Exploring Conjunctive Adverbs

How does a semicolon function in a sentence?

• It ends a sentence

• It separates two unrelated ideas

• It introduces a list

• It brings two related independent clauses closer together

In which scenario would you use a semicolon in a list?

• When the list items are unrelated

• When the list is at the end of a sentence

• When the list items contain commas

• When the list items are short

What is the primary function of punctuation in writing?

• To decorate the text

• To indicate pauses and structure

• To confuse the reader

• To make the text longer

Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a short pause within a sentence?

• Period

• Comma

• Semicolon

• Dash

What is the role of conjunctive adverbs in a sentence?

• To replace conjunctions

• To end a sentence

• To introduce a dependent clause

• To join two independent clauses and show their relationship

Which of the following is NOT a conjunctive adverb?

• And

• Consequently

• Therefore

• However

How does the word 'however' function differently from 'but' in a sentence?

• 'However' can start a sentence, 'but' cannot

• 'However' is a conjunction, 'but' is not

• 'However' requires a semicolon or period before it, 'but' does not

• 'However' is used for listing items, 'but' is not

Which punctuation mark is used with 'however' when it is in the middle of a sentence?

• Comma

• Semicolon

• Period

• Dash

What should you do if you want to use 'for example' in the middle of a sentence?

• Use a semicolon before it

• Use a period before and after it

• Use no punctuation

• Set it off with commas

Which of the following sentences is punctuated correctly?

• I like cats however, he hates dogs.

• I like cats however he hates dogs.

• I like cats; however, he hates dogs.

• I like cats, however he hates dogs.