E1.9(Dv): Punctuation

Choose the sentence that requires correction in punctuation.

• Maria's favorite hobbies include painting, drawing, and playing the piano.

• The car broke down on the highway; because it ran out of gas.

• Walking through the park, I saw a beautiful rainbow, a rare sight in the city.

• Mark's birthday is on December 15th, he plans to celebrate with friends and family.

Answer explanation

Needs correction because it incorrectly uses a semicolon before "because," which creates a comma splice error. According to TEKS E1.9(Dv), a semicolon should be used to separate closely related independent clauses. The correct punctuation should be a comma or a semicolon followed by a conjunction, or a period. Therefore, the correct choice would be "The car broke down on the highway because it ran out of gas" or "The car broke down on the highway; it ran out of gas."

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Identify the sentence that needs correction in punctuation usage.

• Emily is studying for her exams; meanwhile, her brother is playing video games.

• After finishing dinner, Sarah went for a walk, to enjoy the evening breeze.

• The train was delayed due to heavy snowfall.

• The students worked hard on their project, yet they couldn't finish it on time.

Answer explanation

Needs correction because it incorrectly uses a comma before "to" following a semicolon. According to TEKS E1.9(Dv), when a semicolon is used to separate two independent clauses, a coordinating conjunction like "and," "but," or "so" should follow it. Therefore, the correct choice would be "After finishing dinner, Sarah went for a walk to enjoy the evening breeze."

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Choose the sentence that demonstrates correct punctuation usage.

• Isaac wants to travel to Japan, Italy, and Australia.

• The concert was rescheduled; because of bad weather.

• Sarah's birthday is on May 12th, she plans to have a party with her friends.

• After the storm passed; the sky cleared, and the sun shone brightly.

Answer explanation

Demonstrates correct punctuation usage according to TEKS E1.9(Dv). It lists items in a series separated by commas without any additional punctuation between the last two items.

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When should a semicolon be used in a sentence?

• To indicate possession

• To separate items in a list

• To connect two independent clauses

• To mark the end of a question

Answer explanation

A semicolon is used to join two independent clauses that are closely related, providing a stronger connection than a period but not as strong as a conjunction.

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Which punctuation mark is suitable for introducing a list or an explanation?

• Dash

• Colon

• Hyphen

• Parentheses

Answer explanation

A colon is typically used to introduce a list or an explanation, guiding the reader's attention to what follows.

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In which situation should a dash be used?

• To connect two unrelated ideas

• To separate items in a series

• To set off a non-essential clause

• To create a contraction

Answer explanation

A dash is used to signify a sudden change in thought or to provide emphasis by setting off a separate idea within a sentence.

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Identify the sentence that requires punctuation correction.

• Tom went to the store to buy milk, bread and eggs.

• The teacher explained the lesson thoroughly, however, many students still had questions.

• Emily loves to read; she has a large collection of books.

• Mary's favorite subjects are math, science, and history.

Answer explanation

Needs correction as it incorrectly uses a comma before "however." According to TEKS E1.9(Dv), the correct usage would be "The teacher explained the lesson thoroughly; however, many students still had questions," utilizing a semicolon to separate the independent clauses properly.

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Choose the sentence that demonstrates correct punctuation usage.

• John went to the gym, and then he went to the park.

• The concert was canceled; due to the storm.

• The flowers in the garden were beautiful, blooming with vibrant colors.

• I want to visit Italy; France, and Spain.

Answer explanation

Correctly uses a comma before the coordinating conjunction "and" to join two independent clauses, in accordance with TEKS E1.9(Dv).

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Choose the sentence that requires correction in punctuation

• The movie was entertaining, thrilling, and suspenseful.

• After the rain stopped, we went outside to play; however, it was still muddy.

• Alex's birthday is on September 5th; he's planning a small gathering with friends.

• Sitting by the fireplace, I read a book, sipping on hot cocoa.

Answer explanation

Needs correction because it incorrectly uses a comma after "book." According to TEKS E1.9(Dv), the correct usage would be "Sitting by the fireplace, I read a book while sipping on hot cocoa," without the comma after "book" as it separates the subject from its verb unnecessarily.

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Identify the sentence that needs correction in punctuation usage.

• The dog ran through the park. However, it got distracted by squirrels.

• Climbing the mountain, we saw breathtaking views, stunning landscapes, and a serene lake.

• Maria loves to dance; especially, ballet and contemporary styles.

• Sam's favorite subjects are math, science, and history.

Answer explanation

Needs correction because it incorrectly uses a comma after "especially." According to TEKS E1.9(Dv), the correct usage would be "Maria loves to dance, especially ballet and contemporary styles," without the comma after "especially" because it disrupts the flow of the sentence.

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