What do the symbols ; and : mean when used in a sentence.

The symbol ; is a semicolon. You use it when separating two main clauses in a sentence. Ex: I love burgers; I eat french fries with ketchup. The symbol : is a colon. You use colons when separating two dependent clauses or making a list. Ex: They created a class playlist with music: hip hop, rock and classical.

- "in the declaration of independence, it is stated that all people have certain rights that can't be taken away. when the government fails to protect these rights, the people have no choice but to remove that government and replace it with a government that will do its job and protect the people's rights."

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