Using sophisticated punctuation in dystopian descriptions
I can use a range of sophisticated punctuation to create deliberate effects.
Using sophisticated punctuation in dystopian descriptions
I can use a range of sophisticated punctuation to create deliberate effects.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A colon is used to introduce a list or to introduce a list or explanation
- A semi-colon is used to separate two main clauses that are linked
- A dash can add extra information about a noun
Keywords
Dingy - describes a place that is dark and often dirty.
Colon - a punctuation mark (:) that goes before a list or explanation.
Semi-colon - a punctuation mark (;) that indicates a pause between two independent, but related clauses.
Dash - a punctuation mark (-) that interrupts a sentence to give extra information.
Common misconception
Using semicolons and colons interchangeably
A semicolon always has to have an independent clause on either side of it.
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Supervision
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