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Ch. 42 Self-Study Exercise 31-1: Using Colons (Lettered Questions)

EXERCISE 31-1 Using Colons

Add, remove, or replace colons wherever appropriate in the following sentences. Where necessary, revise the sentences further to support your changes in punctuation. Some sentences may be correct. Example:

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  1. Question

    The Continuing Education Program offers courses in: building and construction management, engineering, and design.

  2. Question

    The interview ended with a test of skills, taking messages, operating the computer, typing a sample letter, and proofreading documents.

  3. Question

    The sample letter began, “Dear Mr. Rasheed, Please accept our apologies for the late shipment.”