Semicolons

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What is the primary function of a semicolon in a sentence?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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When should you use a semicolon instead of a conjunction?

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Use a semicolon when you want to link two independent clauses without using a conjunction like 'and' or 'but'.

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True or False: A semicolon can be used to join two complete sentences that are closely related in thought.

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True

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Where should the semicolon be placed in the following sentence? 'I have a big test tomorrow I can't go out tonight.'

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The semicolon should be placed after 'tomorrow'.

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What punctuation mark can be used in place of a semicolon to connect two independent clauses?

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A period or a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') can be used instead of a semicolon.

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Provide an example of a correct use of a semicolon in a sentence.

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Example: 'I like to read books; they transport me to different worlds.'

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What is the difference between a semicolon and a colon?

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A semicolon connects related independent clauses, while a colon introduces a list, explanation, or elaboration.

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True or False: A semicolon can be used to separate items in a list if those items contain commas.

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True

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Where should the semicolon go in the following sentence? 'You can come pick me up now I'm feeling much better.'

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The semicolon should be placed after 'now'.

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What is a common mistake when using semicolons?

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A common mistake is using a semicolon to connect an independent clause with a dependent clause.