Verbal Quiz - Colon / semicolons Report a question What's wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. Verbal Quiz - Colon / Semicolon questions 1 / 5 1. Matthew is an accomplished athlete excelling in multiple sports such as basketball, soccer, and tennis. However, he has always been fascinated by extreme sports ___________ skydiving, bungee jumping, and snowboarding. a) ; he often practices b) . Especially these: c) : particularly those like d) and his favorites are Option C uses a colon to introduce a list and emphasizes the specific extreme sports that Matthew is fascinated by, smoothly connecting the sentences in a manner that conforms to Standard English. 2 / 5 2. The hike to the summit was challenging, featuring steep inclines, rocky terrain, and unpredictable weather _________ the breathtaking views at the top made the effort worthwhile. a) and while it was tough, b) ; however, c) : despite that, d) , but Option B uses a semicolon and a contrasting transitional word "however" to connect two independent clauses that have a contrasting relationship. It highlights the reward that comes after enduring the challenging hike. 3 / 5 3. The nonprofit organization has several ongoing initiatives aimed at tackling environmental issues, such as reducing plastic waste, conserving water, and promoting renewable energy use _________ they hope to continue expanding their reach and making a positive impact on the planet. a) : in the future, b) , furthermore, c) ; and with this in mind, d) ; moving forward, Option D is correct because it uses a semicolon to connect two independent clauses, which are closely related in meaning. "Moving forward" serves as a transitional phrase that emphasizes the nonprofit's continued efforts to address environmental issues. 4 / 5 4. The restaurant's menu offers a wide variety of dishes, ranging from traditional entrees to exotic fusion dishes, using fresh ingredients sourced from local farms _________ the chef prides himself on crafting visually stunning presentations. a) ; also additionally, b) : furthermore, c) , and to add to that, d) . Moreover, Option A is correct because it uses a semicolon to connect the two independent clauses, which are closely related in meaning. "Additionally" introduces the second clause, which elaborates on the chef's pride in creating visually appealing dishes. 5 / 5 5. The annual summer festival offers many attractions: food trucks, a live music stage, local vendor booths, and various activities for children ___________ face painting and balloon animals. a) ; these include b) : for instance, c) , such as d) . Some examples are Option C is correct because the comma and "such as" serve to introduce specific examples of the activities for children mentioned earlier in the sentence. The other options are either incomplete or incorrectly punctuated. Your score is 0% Restart Quiz