Get It Write
Get It Write: Using the Colon
Very clear, detailed explanation of the appropriate use of colons in sentences. You will find several examples of both correct and incorrect usage, and a short quiz to test understanding. L.9-10.2b Colons
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Colons
A screencast lesson introducing colons and explaining their uses within sentences and in conventional situations. A brief quiz is provided to assess the use of colons in sentences. [2:14] L.9-10.2b Colons
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: How to Introduce Lists and Quotes With Colons
Colons are punctuation marks that can signal a quotation. However, to use colons correctly, whatever comes before the colon must be a complete sentence. Know when and how to use colons! [0:45]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Colons
Nine slides introducing colons and explaining how they are used properly within sentences.
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Readability: Colons: The Signposts
This lesson plan focuses on the differentiating the standard use of semicolons and colons and demonstrating the standard use of colons. It also provides a practice activity.
Grammarly
Grammarly Blog: Colon
This page focuses on the colon and provides links to five sets of rules for colon use and misuse with appropriate examples.
Grammarly
Grammarly Blog: Colon Between Independent Clauses
This page explains the use of a colon between two closely related independent clauses in a sentence when the emphasis is on the second clause. Examples are provided.
Grammarly
Grammarly Blog: Colon:independent Clause & List, Quote, Appositive, Idea
This page explains the use of a colon when an independent clause is followed by a closely-related dependent clause that clarifies or gives more information about the independent clause. Examples are show with lists, quotes, appositives,...
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Readability: Practice: Semicolons and Colons
This is a practice activity for demonstrating the standard uses for semicolons and colons.
Capital Community College Foundation
Guide to Grammar and Writing: The Colon
Instructional resource providing notes and examples on the rules of using the colon, including two forms of presentations as well as a quiz where students can apply their understanding of colon usage.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Colons and Dashes
This tutorial provides two short slideshows. The first explains the uses of colons with examples of each; it also explains when NOT to use a colon. The second explains the uses of dashes with examples.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Colons and Semicolons
This video lesson focuses on the rules for using colons and semicolons, which are often confused. It offers rules for the uses of each with specific examples. Real Player is required.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Colons and Semicolons
This slideshow discusses the difference between colons and semicolons and explains the rules and uses for each.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Using Colons and Semicolons
Identify whether to use colons or semicolons in sentences!
Towson University
Towson University: Online Writing Support: Colon
This entry focuses on the when and how to use a colon including to formally introduce a list, between two independent clauses, before a formal appositive, and between hour and minute / chapter and verse. It includes detailed examples of...
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Gilder Lehrman Institute: Colonization and Settlement
[Free Registration/Login Required] An overview of all the materials that are available to students to explore the colonization and settlement of the Americas.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Colons and Dashes
A set of two cartoon videos. The first [5:08] explains colons and how they can be used properly in sentences. The second [3:42] introducing dashes, their usage, and how they can be used to create tone.
Other
Saint Michael's College: Semicolon and Colon
This site discusses the three major uses of the semicolon and provides examples for each of the uses. Also discusses the use of the colon.
Other
University of Bristol Faculty of Arts: Using the Colon to Improve Style
In this exercise, students are given sentences without a colon; they are asked to retype each sentence using the colon to make it more forceful. The site also offers a link with more grammar exercises.
The Tongue Untied
The Tongue Untied: Colon
What is a colon and how is it used properly in your writing? This site gives examples of proper usage.
Other
Library Online: Colon and Semicolon Punctuation in Writing
Rules and examples in list form demonstrating the proper use of both the colon and semicolon.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: On Colonies and Colonization
British economic philosopher John Stuart Mill's article from the Fordham University dealing with the economical benefits of colonization in other countries. This writing illustrates not only arguments in favor of imperialism, but also...
Other
University of Bristol Faculty of Arts: Improve Your Writing: Using the Colon
In this exercise, students are given 3 sentences from which they must select the one with the correct usage of the colon. There is also a link for other grammar exercises.
Other
Colon Cancer Treatment, Patient Information
Site provides good information regarding colon cancer. Gives general information, discusses the four stages of colon cancer, and discusses options for treatment.
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