Colons Flashcards
1
Q
What is a colon?
A
two dots like :
2
Q
What do colons do?
A
A colon can be used to separate two independent clauses.
3
Q
What else do colons do?
A
They introduce a list.
4
Q
Are colons part of grammar or punctuation?
A
Punctuation.
5
Q
Can colons be part of your speech?
A
Yes.
6
Q
Can colons be used at the end of a clause?
A
Yes
7
Q
Can colons be used at the end of a sentence?
A
No.
8
Q
When do you use a colon in a list?
A
Before the first item.
e.g. We need the following: a banana, apple and an orange.
9
Q
What is the difference between a colon and a semi colon?
A
A colon can separate two independent clauses and a noun whereas a semi colon can join two independent clauses.
10
Q
Is there such thing as a capital colon?
A
No.
