Question
Which of the following sentences describes one correct use of a colon?
A colon shows possession.
A colon is often used to connect two complete sentences.
Two complete sentences can only be combined by using a FANBOYS word with a colon in front of it or by putting a semicolon between the two clauses.
A colon can be used to introduce an example or a list when it follows a complete sentence.
A colon shows possession.
A colon is often used to connect two complete sentences.
Two complete sentences can only be combined by using a FANBOYS word with a colon in front of it or by putting a semicolon between the two clauses.
A colon can be used to introduce an example or a list when it follows a complete sentence.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct sentence that describes a use of a colon is:
**A colon can be used to introduce an example or a list when it follows a complete sentence.**
This statement accurately describes one of the primary functions of a colon.
**A colon can be used to introduce an example or a list when it follows a complete sentence.**
This statement accurately describes one of the primary functions of a colon.