Colons 0701.1.10 ID currect use of colons within context (business letters, preceding lists of items) Based on Tennessee State Curriculum Standards from the 2009-2010 school year. Prepared by Andy Lombardo, Sevierville Middle School

Which is a colon, which is a semi-colon? : ;

Colons: What are they used for? (besides eliminating bodily waste) In business letters… To Whom It May Concern: To Dr. Nave: Writing: Pretend that you want to request that the school board change the school system’s dress code. Write a letter to the school board trying to PERSUADE them of your position. Be sure to use a colon with the greeting— 60 words, complete sentences, business letter format

Colons: What are they used for? Preceding Items in a list: To bring to class: Pencil Paper Textbooks Make a list telling 10 things you want to do this summer. Be sure to correctly place the colon.