Comma and Semicolon Usage

The video tutorial explains the differences between commas and semicolons. Commas separate incomplete clauses from complete ones, while semicolons connect two complete clauses. The 'insanity test' is introduced to determine if a clause is complete. Comma splices, which occur when two complete sentences are joined by a comma, are incorrect. Semicolons should be used instead to connect related complete sentences. The tutorial emphasizes the correct usage of commas and semicolons to avoid grammatical errors.

What is the primary function of a semicolon?

• To start a new paragraph

• To indicate a pause

• To connect two complete clauses

• To separate items in a list

How does a comma function in a sentence?

• It connects two complete clauses

• It separates an incomplete clause from a complete clause

• It indicates a question

• It ends a sentence

What is the 'insanity test' used for?

• To check if a sentence is grammatically correct

• To determine if a clause is complete

• To evaluate sentence length

• To test punctuation knowledge

Which of the following is an example of a complete clause?

• For instance

• I hate cheese

• But I love sushi

• Although it is raining

What is a comma splice?

• A comma used at the end of a sentence

• A correct use of a comma

• Two complete sentences joined incorrectly by a comma

• A comma used to separate items in a list

How can you correctly connect two complete sentences?

• With a comma

• With a semicolon

• With a period

• With a question mark

What is the rule for using semicolons?

• Complete clause; complete clause

• Incomplete clause; complete clause

• Incomplete clause; incomplete clause

• Complete clause; incomplete clause

Which of the following is NOT a correct use of a comma?

• Complete clause, incomplete clause

• Incomplete clause, complete clause

• Complete clause, complete clause

• Incomplete clause, incomplete clause

What happens if you mix and match comma and semicolon rules?

• The sentence becomes more interesting

• The sentence remains grammatically correct

• The sentence becomes grammatically incorrect

• The sentence becomes longer

Which punctuation mark is used to separate items in a list?

• Period

• Comma

• Exclamation mark

• Semicolon