Which of the following is NOT one of the functions of a colon?

A introducing long lists

B introducing quotations

C separating a word or phrase for emphasis

D introducing explanations

Why is william Goldman trying to confuse readers about s morgenstern in the princess bride? Is that confusion necessary for the kind of story he is trying to tell?

Which of these is the opening stanza of a long, linked-verse poem? a. Kigo B. Zoku C. Hokku D. Haikai

If you could have another three wishes," said the old man, eyeing him keenly, "would you have them?" "I don't know," said the other. "I don't know." Which question would the reader ask to gain more understanding about the meaning of this dialogue? A.

What productive and exceptionally respected American creator, who turned into a British subject a year prior to his demise, composed The Wings of the Dove; Washington Square, and the Golden Bowl?

Which sentence contains a predicate adjective? A:George Washington was the first president of the United States. B:The windows of the house were dirty. C:The Bengal tiger is a ferocious animal. D:John is my uncle.

Is shaken to peices a hyperbole

How did the Nazis determine who was a Jew and who was not?

What type of phrase is underlined in the following sentence? Nellie and her cousins traveled across the country in an RV last year.

What is the complete predicate in the following sentence

How are the wolves able to get the sled dogs away from the safety of fire? A. The pack of wolves drags one dog away while the men are asleep. B. The wolves attack when each dog goes for a drink in a stream. C.