Semicolon & Colon (the whole thing)

Semicolon: Between Compound Sentences Use a semicolon to join the parts of a compound sentence if no coordinating conjunction is used. Example: The overseas operator interrupted the call; our time was up. OR: Use a semicolon between main clauses joined by a conjunction if the clause before the conjunction contains commas. Example: We put out sandwiches, cider, raw vegetables, and potato salad; and still we wondered if there would be enough to eat.

Semicolons: Before Certain Words Use a semicolon before certain words (conjunctive adverbs) therefore, however, otherwise, consequently, besides, nevertheless, and moreover Tamika is good a batting; however, her pitching is weak.

Semicolon: In a Series Use a semicolon within parts of a series to separate the items. Example: In the Olympics the first place winner gets a gold medal; second place, a silver medal; and third place, a bronze medal.

Colon: Introducing Lists Use a colon to introduce a list of items Example: The FBI investigates the following federal crimes : spying, treason, kidnapping and counterfeiting.

Colon: Letters & Time After a greeting in a letter Example: Dear Mr. Nolan: Between numerals for time Example: 4:30 P.M.

Colon: Summary Between two sentences when one summarizes the other Example: It’s obvious why you’re tired: you’ve stayed up late three nights in a row.

Colon: Long Quotations Introducing a long or formal quotation Example: George Bernard Shaw once said: ________

Colon: Quotations Use a colon to introduce a quote without explanatory words like he said / she asked. Example: Christine wheeled around angrily: “You’re going to regret this decision one day!”

Your Turn! Yay! I went to the store it was a lovely jaunt. MLK once said I have a dream… These three cities are growing quickly Calcutta, India San Juan Puerto Rico and Sao Paulo, Brazil.