For each of the following items, choose the best word pair ...

[Marty]

For each of the following items, choose the best word pair between which a colon should
  be placed to create a correct sentence.
  It is when self-interest overshadows the sense of community and family that problems
  arise.
 
  a. of: community
  b. overshadows: the
  c. no colon necessary

Question 2

For each of the following items, choose the best word pair between which a colon should
  be placed to create a correct sentence.
  However, these same Americans do desire freedom and the ability to act in their own
  self-interest.
 
  a. desire: freedom
  b. own: self-interest
  c. no colon necessary

[lorealeza77]

Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

c

[Marty]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[atrochim]

Great answer, keep it coming