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Correct the following sentences that have a problem with semicolons and colons

1. Rosie the Riveter was many things a symbol of strength, patriotism, and heroism.

2. I used vivid shades of blue, red, and green in my first painting, for my second painting, I switched to pastel shades of violet and pink.

3. There are many ways to improve your writing for example, you might join a regular writers' group.

4. When we camp, we enjoy hiking; swimming; and biking; when we stay in the city, we enjoy

visiting museums.

5. The temperature dropped this week consequently we pulled out our winter coats.

6. Bananas are an excellent source of fiber; potassium; and vitamin C; they are also filling and delicious.

7. Tarantulas can be found all over the world, they live in places as disparate as North America and Australia.

8. Lucy has visited the following cities Portland, Oregon, Detroit, Michigan, and Pittsburgh,

Pennsylvania.

9. I have been to the art museum; and I have also been to the museum of natural history.

10. Some people like to watch dramas, however, I prefer comedies.

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1. Rosie the Riveter was many things: a symbol of strength, patriotism, and heroism.
2. I used vivid shades of blue, red, and green in my first painting; for my second painting, I switched to pastel shades of violet and pink.
3. There are many ways to improve your writing; for example, you might join a regular writers' group.
4. When we camp, we enjoy hiking, swimming, and biking; when we stay in the city, we enjoy visiting museums.
5. The temperature dropped this week; consequently, we pulled out our winter coats.
6. Bananas are an excellent source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C; they are also filling and delicious.
7. Tarantulas can be found all over the world; they live in places as disparate as North America and Australia.
8. Lucy has visited the following cities: Portland, Oregon; Detroit, Michigan; and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
9. I have been to the art museum, and I have also been to the museum of natural history.
10. Some people like to watch dramas; however, I prefer comedies.
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