Grammar: B1 - ✨ Grammar Essentials: ✏️ Writing Mechanics - Intermediate - Lesson 5: Colons (basic use: introducing lists, explanations)

Punctuation: The Colon B2 Lesson 5: Introducing Lists & Explanations What you will learn: By the end of this lesson, you will be able to correctly use a colon (:) to introduce a list or an explanation, ensuring it always follows a complete sentence. The Golden Rule of Colons The colon (:) is a punctuation mark that tells the reader, "Pay attention, here comes an important piece of information." Its most important rule is simple. A colon must always follow a complete sentence (an independent clause). [Complete Sentence] : [Introduction] Use 1: Introducing a List A colon is often used to introduce a list of items. The key is to make sure the part of the sentence before the colon can stand on its own. My tour of the temples includes three main stops : Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm. To travel in Siem Reap, you have a few options : tuk-tuk, moto, or bicycle. Common Mistake: Do not place a colon directly after a verb or a preposition (like 'for', 'of'…