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GST 111 GST 111 Past Questions Objective Question
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In which situation is the colon NOT used?
Options
A to introduce direct speeches in some contexts
B to introduce a list as part of a sentence
C to introduce the name of the publisher in a text
Correct Answer
D to break a title into two parts
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Colons are used to introduce lists, introduce direct speech, and separate a title from a subtitle. They are not used to introduce a publisher's name in the body of a text.

Hint

Think of the common uses of a colon in everyday writing and in citing titles.

Question Info

Course: GST 111
Topic: GST 111 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 766 of 1604
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