Question

Read this sentence:

When training a dog, the trainer must remember two things the dog does not comprehend the trainer's language, and the dog cannot read the trainer's mind.

Answer 1

Which revision best shows the correct use of the colon?
A. When training a dog: the trainer must remember two things the dog does not comprehend the trainer's language, and the dog cannot read the trainer's mind.
B. When training a dog, the trainer must remember: two things the dog does not comprehend the trainer's language, and the dog cannot read the trainer's mind.
C. When training a dog, the trainer must remember two things the dog does not comprehend the trainer's language: and the dog cannot read the trainer's mind.
D. When training a dog, the trainer must remember two things: the dog does not comprehend the trainer's language, and the dog cannot read the trainer's mind.

Answer 2

Your thoughts so far? It might help you to read each possible answer out loud. Note that most people slow down or stop talking briefly when they encounter a colon ( : ).

Answer 3

Also note that colons are used after an independent clause (as I had elaborated on in your previous question) to introduce a list of things/new information.

Answer 4

D

Answer 5

that's right! Good thinking.

Answer 6

okay thanks