Semicolon

Semicolon

8th Grade

13 Qs

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Semicolon

Semicolon

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8th Grade

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13 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When should you use a semicolon in a sentence?

To show emphasis
To separate independent clauses
To join a dependent and independent clause
To indicate a list of items

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following sentences demonstrates the correct use of a semicolon?

The cat meowed loudly; it wanted attention.
She danced in the rain; with joy.
He played the guitar; and sang along.
They went to the movies; to watch a comedy.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which sentence is a semicolon used incorrectly?

He enjoys playing tennis; in the evenings.
She baked a cake; for her friend's birthday.
They went swimming; and sunbathing.
I need to finish my homework; however, I'm tired.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following sentences uses a semicolon correctly?

I love ice cream; it's my favorite dessert.
They played soccer; in the park.
He wanted to go swimming; however, it was cold outside.
She went to the store; to buy some milk.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the correct use of a semicolon in the sentence: 'The students studied hard; they wanted to pass the exam'?

To separate items in a list
To join a dependent and independent clause
To connect two closely related independent clauses
To indicate a pause in a sentence

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a semicolon?

To separate items in a list
To combine a question and an answer
To connect two closely related independent clauses
To join two dependent clauses

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using a semicolon in a sentence?

To emphasize a point
To indicate a pause in the sentence
To separate dependent clauses
To connect independent clauses

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