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MCQmediumColon usage (introducing related ideas, lists, quotations)

In which scenario should a semicolon be used?

Options

aTo end a sentence.
bTo separate items in a series if the elements of the series already include commas.check_circle
cTo introduce a direct quote.
dTo form the possessive of a noun.

Key Points

The chapter specifies, 'The semicolon ; is used to separate items in a series if the elements of the series already include commas.'

Source

Class 6 › English Grammar and Composition › Chapter 8: Punctuation & Capitalisation › Topic: Colon usage (introducing related ideas, lists, quotations)

Aligned to the NCTB national curriculum.