Understanding Semicolons
Interactive Video
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English
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9th - 10th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
Nancy Jackson
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5 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of a semicolon in a sentence?
To end a sentence
To separate items in a simple list
To link two independent clauses
To indicate a question
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following sentences correctly uses a semicolon?
I like coffee. I drink it every morning.
I like coffee: I drink it every morning.
I like coffee; I drink it every morning.
I like coffee, I drink it every morning.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When should a semicolon be used before an adverb like 'however'?
When it starts a new paragraph
When it links two independent clauses
When it is part of a list
When it ends a sentence
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Herman Melville use semicolons in 'Moby Dick'?
To shorten the length of sentences
To create a sense of urgency
To separate unrelated ideas
To enhance the flow and connection of ideas
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a 'supercomma'?
A comma used at the end of a sentence
A semicolon used to separate complex list items
A comma used to link two independent clauses
A semicolon used to end a paragraph
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