Thank you, Dr. Spruiell. I'm going to show this to my classes tomorrow. We just had a grammar workshop where I introduced my students to correct usages of the colon and semicolon. Many students have been plunking semicolons all over the place in their papers, but few have used them correctly. I believe that the colon and the semicolon are my favorite punctuation marks: aesthetically, they are quite beautiful in appearance, and when used correctly, they add a subtle distinction to written expression. Maybe if someone has time he or she could outline all of the correct usages for each mark. (If not, I understand!) I am becoming spoiled with all of the "free" advanced grammar lessons that I routinely receive from all of the experts on this list. Thank you, everyone!  
  Carol

"Spruiell, William C" <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
                 
  There was a piece in the Times a few days ago on semicolons, and I thought it might be useful for class discussions. The Times came out from behind its paywall a while ago, so its site is useful again (link pasted below).
   
  http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/18/nyregion/18semicolon.html?em&ex=1203742800&en=2f33d339a23e01ab&ei=5087%0A
   

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