1. To avoid using unnecessary colons, use the colon only after a/an ________.

A. coordinating conjunction
B. series of items
C. main clause
D. introduction

2. A(n) ________ introduction establishes your authority on the topic and sets the stage for the discussion contained in your essay.

A. historical
B. broad-to-narrow
C. anecdotal
D. background

I believe 1 is C. 2 is Background?

2 answers

I agree with both.

The answer to #2 is A

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