Graded Flashcard: Semicolon
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English
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8th Grade
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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 a semicolon be used?
Back
A semicolon should be used to separate two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a semicolon and a comma?
Back
A semicolon connects two independent clauses, while a comma is used to separate items in a list or to join clauses with a conjunction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can a semicolon be used before conjunctions?
Back
No, a semicolon should not be used before conjunctions like 'and' or 'but' when connecting independent clauses.
5.
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.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
Back
A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you punctuate a sentence with two independent clauses?
Back
You can use a semicolon to separate them, or a comma followed by a conjunction.
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