Semicolons

Semicolons

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English

KG - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a semicolon?

Back

A semicolon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related ideas or to separate items in a complex list.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a semicolon?

Back

Use a semicolon to link two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can you give an example of a semicolon in a sentence?

Back

Sure! Example: "I have a big test tomorrow; I can’t go out tonight."

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a conjunctive adverb?

Back

A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them, like 'however' or 'therefore'.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is NOT a conjunctive adverb?

Back

But is NOT a conjunctive adverb; it is a coordinating conjunction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does the semicolon go in this sentence: 'Dad is going bald his hair is getting thinner and thinner.'?

Back

The semicolon goes after 'bald': 'Dad is going bald; his hair is getting thinner and thinner.'

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