Semicolons and Colons ; :

Semicolon 1) Use a semicolon to separate main clauses that are not joined by a coordinating conjunction. The students enjoyed Spring Break; now they are eager for summer vacation.

Semicolon 2) Use a semicolon for items in a series when these items contain commas. The school has several athletic sponsors, including Mr. Baugh, who coaches soccer; Ms. Dalloway, who coaches track; and Ms. McCary, who coaches cheerleading.

Semicolon 3) Use a semicolon to separate two main clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction when such clauses already contain several commas. She has traveled to several countries, including Thailand, Myanmar, England, France, Austria, Germany, and Switzerland; but she is happy to return home, which is, of course, Alabama.

Practice The French painter also placed great emphasis on art’s emotional role for example, he felt that art was created to disturb. Stravinsky lived in St. Petersburg, Russia, Paris, France, and the United States. Typical movie snacks include popcorn, nachos, candy bars, and cokes, but many customers feel the costs, in addition to rising ticket prices, are too high.

Colons 1) Use a colon before a list of items, especially after expressions such as “the following” or “as follows” Bring the following things to class: paper, pen, and book. Bring materials such as paper, pen and book to class. Use a : when listing after the following: These This Here There

Colons My favorite desserts are: brownies, cheesecake, and ice cream. Do not place a colon directly after a verb My favorite desserts are: brownies, cheesecake, and ice cream. The winner is: Brew Tech.

Colons 2) Use a colon before a long, formal statement or quotation. 3) Use a colon before a statement that explains or clarifies a preceding statement. He deserves a raise: He completed the project on schedule and under budget.

Colons 4) Use a colon between the hour and minute. 12:30 5) Use a colon between chapter and verse in Biblical references. 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Colons 6) Use a colon between a title and a subtitle. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring 7) Use a colon after the salutation of a business letter. To whom it may concern: Dear Sir or Madam:

Practice Complete exercises 8 and 9 starting on page 740. You will have to write the sentences. When you finish, turn your papers in to the tray.