Semi Colon Practice
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English
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5th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a semi colon?
Back
A punctuation mark (;) used to connect closely related ideas or separate items in a complex list.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a semi colon?
Back
Use a semi colon to connect two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can a semi colon be used in a list?
Back
Yes, a semi colon can be used to separate items in a list when the items themselves contain commas.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following sentences uses a semi colon correctly? 'I have a dog; he is very friendly.'
Back
Correct! This sentence connects two related independent clauses.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: A semi colon can replace a conjunction like 'and' or 'but'.
Back
True! A semi colon can be used instead of a conjunction to connect two independent clauses.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a comma and a semi colon?
Back
A comma is used to separate items in a list or clauses, while a semi colon connects closely related independent clauses.
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