1.Which punctuation mark is used to separate list items?

A) Semicolon
B) Colon
C) Comma
D) Dash

2.True or False: A semicolon can link two independent clauses without a conjunction.

3.What is the primary use of a dash as tested on the SAT?

A) To introduce a list
B) To indicate a pause
C) To separate nonessential elements from the rest of the sentence
D) To link independent clauses

4.True or False: A colon can directly follow a verb.

5.Which of the following is a correct use of commas according to SAT standards?
A) To split a subject from its verb
B) To come before a coordinating conjunction in a list of two items
C) To link dependent and independent clauses
D) To introduce a quotation

6.When is it appropriate to use a semicolon within a list?

A) When listing names of people
B) When separating items that already contain commas
C) When the list is longer than three items
D) Always, instead of commas

7.True or False: Using a colon to introduce an independent clause is correct.

8.What error is made in this sentence: "The chicken crossed, to the other side of the road."?
A) Misuse of a semicolon
B) Misuse of a colon
C) Misuse of a comma
D) Misuse of a dash
9.True or False: A dash can replace a comma when setting off a nonessential descriptive
phrase.

10.Which of the following scenarios does NOT require any punctuation according to SAT
standards?
A) Before the "and" in a two-item list
B) Between two independent clauses linked by a conjunction
C) At the end of an independent clause introducing a list
D) Separating a nonessential clause in the middle of a sentence

11.True or False: A colon must be preceded by a complete sentence.

12.The primary purpose of a comma in SAT punctuation rules is to:

A) Indicate a pause in thought
B) Separate clauses
C) List items and separate nonessential elements
D) End a sentence
13.True or False: It's correct to use a semicolon before a coordinating conjunction.

14.What punctuation is correct to use in the blank: "Almonds are delicious; walnuts, however,
___ are not to everyone's taste."?
A) Comma
B) Semicolon
C) Colon
D) Dash

15.True or False: A comma can link two independent clauses if there is no coordinating
conjunction.

16.In which of the following examples is a colon used correctly?

A) Before listing two items
B) To introduce a list after an independent clause
C) Immediately after a verb
D) Between a subject and verb