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- = colon =
- A punctuation mark ( used after a word introducing a quotation, an explanation, an example, or a series and often after the salutation of a business letter.
- The sign ( used between numbers or groups of numbers in expressions of time (2:30 A.M.) and ratios (1:2).
- = semicolon =
---used to connect independent clauses and indicating a closer relationship between the clauses than a period does.
- Grammar. A punctuation mark (,) used to indicate a separation of ideas or of elements within the structure of a sentence.
- A pause or separation; a caesura.
- Any of several butterflies of the genus Polygonia,having wings with brownish coloring and irregularly notched edges.
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Which punctuation change will correct this sentence Todays test will cover the following punctuation marks the comma the semicolon and the colon?
add a comma after the semicolon.
A punctuation mark that is half colon and half comma?
The punctuation mark you are referring to is the semicolon (;). It combines the functionality of a colon and a comma, used to connect closely related independent clauses or as a super comma in a list.
Can you use a comma instead of a semicolon?
Yes, if you're listing you would normally use a semi-colon, but the use of a comma is optional!!
Do you use a semi colon or comma before however?
You can use either a semicolon or a comma before "however" depending on the context. Use a semicolon to separate two independent clauses, and use a comma when "however" is used as a conjunctive adverb to connect two sentences.
What does a semicolon look like?
A semicolon looks much like a colon, but instead of having two periods, one floating and one below, a comma resides below the period. A semicolon- ;
What are linking marks?
semicolon, comma, colon...
Which punctuation change will correct this sentence Todays test will cover the following punctuation marks the comma the semicolon and the colon?
add a comma after the semicolon.
Today's test will cover the following punctuation marks the comma the semicolon and the colon.?
add a comma after the semicolon.
A punctuation mark that is half colon and half comma?
The punctuation mark you are referring to is the semicolon (;). It combines the functionality of a colon and a comma, used to connect closely related independent clauses or as a super comma in a list.
What is a comma and a semicolon used for?
Comma=After conjustion in a compound sentence Semicolon=Replaces a conjustion and a comma Comma Example I love pizza, and I love chesse. Colon Examples I love pizza; I love Chesse.
Can you use a comma instead of a semicolon?
Yes, if you're listing you would normally use a semi-colon, but the use of a comma is optional!!
Should you use s semicolon after sincerely when ending a letter?
No. You can use a comma, and then your name a few lines below, but not a semi-colon.
Do you put a comma or semi colon after sincerely?
You typically use a comma after "Sincerely" when closing a letter or email. For example, "Sincerely, [Your Name]." A semicolon is not used in this context; the comma is standard for formal correspondence.
Do you use a semi colon or comma before however?
You can use either a semicolon or a comma before "however" depending on the context. Use a semicolon to separate two independent clauses, and use a comma when "however" is used as a conjunctive adverb to connect two sentences.
What does a semicolon look like?
A semicolon looks much like a colon, but instead of having two periods, one floating and one below, a comma resides below the period. A semicolon- ;
When should you not use a colon?
When you are beginning a list of irregular items
When combining two independent clauses a comma must be placed .?
When you combine two independent clauses, you need to separate them with a semicolon--not a comma. If you use a comma instead of a semicolon, the result is called a comma splice.
