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Grammarly Blog: Colon:independent Clause & List, Quote, Appositive, Idea

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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, and other ideas.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
colons
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Classroom Considerations
  • Knovation Readability Score: 5 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
Common Core
L.9-10.2.b W.9-10.1.e