SEMICOLONS COLONS I can use semicolons and colons

SEMICOLONS & COLONS I can use semicolons and colons correctly in writing.

Semicolon (; ) Rules 1. Use a semicolon to join independent clauses that are “closely” related in meaning. 1 A. Use a semicolon between independent clauses that are “closely” related in meaning if they are not joined by FANBOYS. (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) � � First, I had a sandwich and a glass of milk, and then I called you for the homework assignment. First, I had a sandwich and a glass of milk; then I called you for the homework assignment. Patty likes to act, but her sister gets stage fright. Patty likes to act; her sister gets stage fright. 1 B. Use a semicolon to take the place of a period to join two or more clauses that are closely related. � Manuel looked out at the downpour. Then he put on his raincoat and boots. {Two simple sentences} � Manuel looked out at the downpour; then he put on his raincoat and boots. {One compound sentence} � Rain soaked the earth. Plants became green. Fragrant flowers bloomed. {3 simple sentences} � Rain soaked the earth; plants became green; fragrant flowers bloomed. {One compound sentence}

Semicolon (; ) Rules 2. Use a semicolon between independent clauses joined by a conjunctive adverb or transitional expression. Commonly � furthermore used � meanwhile conjunctiv � moreover e adverbs � nevertheless accordingly � next � also � otherwise � furthermore � still � besides � then � consequentl � therefore y � Commonly used transitional expressions as a result � for example � for instance � in addition � in fact � that is � on the other hand � in other words �

Rule 2 Examples Katniss felt scared; however, she soon made a new friend. My pet dragon does unusual tricks; for example, he rings a bell and says, “Wow. ” *Notice that the conjunctive adverb or transitional phrase is preceded by a semicolon (; ) and followed by a comma (, ).

Semicolon (; ) Rules 3. A semicolon, instead of a comma, may be needed to separate independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction when the clauses already contain commas. Alana, Eric, and Kim voted for Black Widow; and Scott, Roland, and Vanessa voted for Tony Stark. Scanning the horizon for the source of the whirring sound, Peter Parker saw a huge, green cloud traveling his direction; and, suddenly recognizing what it was, he knew that the city would be eaten by a horde of man -eating grasshoppers.

Semicolon (; ) Rules 4. Use a semicolon between items in a series if the series contains commas. I would like to introduce Iron Man, the machine; Bruce Banner, the scientist; Thor, the god; Black Widow and Hawkeye, the mere mortals. I have traveled to Boston, Massachusetts; New York, New York; Quantico, Virginia; Orlando, Florida; and Santa Cruz, California this year. The Superhero Club will meet on Wednesday, September 12; Wednesday, September 19; and Tuesday, September 25.

Colon (: ) Rules 1. Use a colon to mean “note what follows” 1 A. Use a colon before a list of items, especially after expressions like “the following” and “as follows” 1 B. Use a colon before a long, formal statement or a long quotation. 1 C. Use a colon between independent clauses when the second clause explains or restates the idea of the first clause

Colon (: ) Examples 1 A. You will need to bring the following equipment: a bow and arrow, lots of arrows, and a huge ego. 1 B. Tony Stark had this to say: “I had my eyes opened. I came to realize that I had more to offer this world than just making things that blow up. And that is why, effective immediately, I am shutting down the weapons manufacturing division of Stark Industries. ” 1 C. Thor had many qualities: He had a quick temper, was a fierce fighter, and was a great protector.

Colon (: ) Rules 2. Use a colon in certain conventional situations 2 A. Use a colon between the hour and the minute. 2 B. Use a colon between titles and subtitles. 2 C. Use a colon after the salutation of a business letter.

Colon (: ) Examples 2 A. 10: 30 A. M. 6: 00 P. M. 2 B. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey 2 C. Dear Dr. Evil: To Whom It May Concern: