Dvorak Lesson 15: Learn to Type ; & : Keys

This typing lesson will teach you the ; and : keys. The semi-colon (;) is between two related clauses (that could be full sentences) in place of a conjuction (like 'and'); the colon(:) usually begins a list or explanation. If you already know the keyboard, try our our alphabet drills or misspelled words drills for more relevant practice exercises.

Instructions:

dvorak keyboard with letters . and , highlighted

Sample Data Entry Test Prompt

aaa a;a aaa a;a ;a; a;a aaa a;a ;;; a;a ;a; ;a; a;a ;;; aaa a:a aaa a:a :a: :a: a;a aaa a:a ::: a:a :a: ;a: a:a ::: It requires: barley; cilantro; prunes; figs; tuna. Shopping List: barley; chow; radish; fava beans; sushi. My favorites are: alfalfa sprouts; bran; spinach; hash; steak. Shopping List: mole sauce; chocolate; pumpernickel; halibut; persimmon. My favorites are: lentils; capers; quinoa; kale; pecans. We need: lard; capers; salt; figs; syrup. My favorites are: cream; chutney; quinoa; endive; yams. Shopping List: nuts; butter beans; salt; hamburger; onions. I like: bean curd; cheddar; pumpernickel; elderberries; walnut.

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