Colons

Question 1

Colons • Meaning

Answer 1

Colons are used to add addition to information to a sentence, to add lists, or to introduce a quote.

Colons also have longer pauses than semicolons.

Question 2

Colons • Examples

Answer 2

She was late to see a movie; her car had broken down.

I need you to buy: two eggs, a carton of milk, and some sugar.

The last thing she said was: “I’ll always love you”.

Question 3

Colons • Ways to Teach

Answer 3

Teach using a lot of context and when your students are on a more advanced level.