12345 - Verbal Quiz - Colon / Semicolon questions 1 / 5 1. The author uses a unique narrative style in her book _________ a first-person perspective with third-person viewpoints of the other characters. Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English? a) ; and this style includes b) - and it features c) , combining d) . Which combines Option C is correct because it uses a comma and the gerund "combining" to connect the two parts of the sentence, describing the unique narrative style the author employs in her book. The other options either do not accurately connect the independent clauses or disrupt the flow of the sentence. 2 / 5 2. 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. 3 / 5 3. After a long day at work, Emily enjoys relaxing at home in various ways ___________ watching her favorite TV shows while sipping hot chocolate. a) : and these activities include b) : these include c) , like d) . Such as Option B is correct because it uses a colon to introduce a list, providing specific examples of what Emily enjoys doing to relax after a long day at work. The other options either do not accurately connect the independent clauses or disrupt the flow of the sentence. 4 / 5 4. When Jane moved to New York City, she decided to attend several Broadway shows. Over the past few months, she has seen popular productions such as Hamilton _________ and Wicked. a) ; The Lion King, b) : like The Lion King, c) , The Lion King, d) . For example, The Lion King, Option C is correct as a comma is used to separate items in a list, which in this case are the titles of Broadway shows. The other options disrupt the natural flow of the sentence and make it difficult to read. 5 / 5 5. The company provides a wide range of services, such as software development, IT support, and marketing ___________ their clients include both small businesses and large corporations. a) ; for instance, b) , therefore, c) : to illustrate, d) . Among them, Option A is correct as it uses a semicolon to indicate a strong connection between two independent clauses. "For instance" serves as an introductory phrase to provide an example of the clients that the company serves. Your score is 0% Restart Quiz
