SEMICOLONS
Why are semicolons important?
Like other punctuation marks, semicolons are important because they help make writing clear.
Why are colons important?
Like other punctuation marks, colons are important because they help make writing clear.
What do commas tell us?
Commas tell us to take a brief pause when we are reading.
TRUE OR FALSE.
1. You never capitalize the word "I"
2. You always capitalize directions like east, south, north and west.
3. You do not have to capitalize the names of government groups, institutions or organizations. EX: university of minnesota
1. False... you usually capitalize the word "I"
2. False...never capitalize when they talk about directions.
3. False...you do have to capitalize them
What is a subject?
What is a predicate?
A SUBJECT IS WHAT (OR WHOM) THE SENTENCE IS ABOUT, WHILE A PREDICATE TELLS SOMETHING ABOUT THE SUBJECT
What do semicolons signal?
Semicolons signal a pause in a sentence
What do colons tell us?
Colons tell the reader “get ready for what’s next.”
TRUE OR FALSE.
THERE ARE 8 COMMAS RULES.
TRUE
Why is correct capitalization important?
Capital letters are signals to readers. They can mark important differences in meaning
Find the simple subject and simple predicate in the following sentences.
MY LITTLE BROTHER BROKE HIS FINGER.
HIS UNCLE BOB ASKED FOR DIRECTIONS.
THOSE SOLDIERS CARRIED GUNS.
OUR BABYSITTER ARRIVED LATE.
1. subject: brother
predicate: broke
2. subject: uncle Bob
predicate: asked
3. subject: soldiers
predicate: carried
4. subject: babysitter
predicate: arrived
Name 4 transitional words or phrases.
As a result, For example, In fact, and In other words
Add a colon in the following sentences
I began the letter “Dear Mr. Benson I was happy with the service at your bike shop.”
The first bell rings at 8 10, and the second bell rings at 8 30.
The shortest verse in the Bible is John 11 35
Last fall we traveled through the following states New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
I began the letter: “Dear Mr. Benson I was happy with the service at your bike shop.”
The first bell rings at 8:10, and the second bell rings at 8:30.
The shortest verse in the Bible is John 11:35
Last fall we traveled through the following states: New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Read each sentence. Add commas where needed.
1. I have to clean my room walk the dog and do my homework before I can play my video game.
2. The farmer sold corn beans potatoes and lettuce at the market.
3. We walked out of Harbourfront like two silly tough guys with a suitcase.
4. Until I reach my goal I will not stop trying
1. I have to clean my room, walk the dog, and do my homework before I can play my video game.
2. The farmer sold corn, beans, potatoes, and lettuce at the market.
3. We walked out of Harbourfront like two silly, tough guys with a suitcase.
4. Until I reach my goal, I will not stop trying
Capitalize each lowercase letter that should be a capital.
1. soon i came to the end of the letter, which was signed “sincerely, Henry Wheeler.”
2. the teacher said, “pass in your tests now.”
3. today i will finish my essay for science class.
1. Soon I came to the end of the letter, which was signed “Sincerely, Henry Wheeler.”
2. The teacher said, “Pass in your tests now.”
3. Today I will finish my essay for science class.
Identify the complete subject and complete predicate.
1.A strong and steady wind is necessary for successful conversion of wind power into energy.
2. Tidal power produces a very small amount of energy.
3. The battery-like fuel cell makes electricity chemically.
4. Some cities get electricity by burning trash.
5. Scientists and engineers are developing better sources of energy for the future
1. complete subject: a strong steady wind
complete predicate: is necessary for successful conversion of wind power into energy
2. complete subject: Tidal power
complete predicate: produces a very small amount of energy.
3. complete subject: The battery-like fuel cell
complete predicate: makes electricity chemically.
4. complete subject: Some cities
complete predicate: get electricity by burning trash.
5. complete subject: Scientists and engineers
complete predicate: are developing better sources of energy for the future
What are five semicolon rules?
RULE #1
Use a semicolon to separate two complete statements that contrast or show cause and effect
RULE #2
If items in a series contain internal commas, use a semicolon to separate the items
RULE #3
use a semicolon to separate two complete statements (FANBOYS)
RULE #4
Semicolons between independent clauses
RULE #5
Semicolons between independent clauses separated by transitional words or phrases
What are 5 colon rules?
1. to explain or elaborate
2. to introduce a long quotation
3. to show time or ratio
4. to introduce lists or words such as following or as follows
5. After the salutation of a business letter
Name 4 comma rules
1. USE A COMMA TO SEPARATE INDEPENDENT CLAUSES.
2. USE A COMMA AFTER AN INTRODUCTORY CLAUSE OR PHRASE.
3. USE A COMMA BETWEEN ALL ITEMS IN A SERIES.
4. USE COMMAS TO SET OFF NONRESTRICTIVE CLAUSES
5. USE COMMAS TO SET OFF DIRECT QUOTATIONS.
6. USE COMMAS WITH DATES, ADDRESSES, TITLES, AND NUMBERS.
Correct the capitalization errors in the following sentences.
1.According to mom, judge johnson is very strict.
2.Doesn’t dr. Perry live in st. Louis now?
3.My sister works for the fbi.
4.I asked mrs. jones for a copy of reader’s digest.
5.Mara just read the short story “gorilla, my love.”
1.According to mom, Judge Johnson is very strict.
2.Doesn’t Dr. Perry live in St. Louis now?
3.My sister works for the FBI.
4.I asked Mrs. Jones for a copy of Reader’s Digest.
5.Mara just read the short story “Gorilla, My Love.”
Match each vocabulary word with its correct translation.
_______1. Bake A. Frente
_______2. Kidney B. Asar
_______3. Chop C. Dolor de cabeza
_______4. Broil D. Hornear
_______5. Forehead E. Lengua
_______6. Rash F. Rallar
_______7. Headache G. Riῆon
_______8. Tongue H. Picar
______9. Scrub I. Tallar
______10. Grate J. Salpullido
1. D
2. G
3. H
4. B
5. A
6. J
7. C
8. E
9. I
10. F
Write 4 sentences that correctly use a semicolon.
1. The man was wet; he was standing in the rain without an umbrella.
2. Jane likes fruit; however, she does not like apples.
3. We planned to go to Miami however, our flight was canceled.
4. Our marketing director, Diane Jones, needs an assistant; but she will be unable to interview applicants until her return from Alaska on June 7.
Write 3 sentences using a colon correctly.
On Mondays through Thursdays The Writing Center opens at 9:00 a.m., but on Fridays it opens at 1:00 p.m.
Who can forget the Center's slogan: “We'll help you write.”
He knew it was important to revise his paper: a good revision would mean a higher grade.
Write 4 sentences using commas correctly.
Mary said, “I dislike concerts because the music is too loud.”
I think you’re wrong, John
John, who spent the last three days fishing, is back on the job again
We bought apples, peaches, and bananas today.
Identify the incorrectly capitalized word group in each pair. Then, correct them
1. pacific ocean
2. japanese restaurant
3. University of Texas
4. Lincoln Memorial
5. the Revolutionary War
1. Pacific Ocean
2. Japanese restaurant
3. Correct
4. Correct
5. the Revolutionary War
Identify if each sentence has a compound subject or a compound predicate
1. These animals mainly eat and play in small cages. ________
2. Proper food and water are necessary for all pets. ________
3. Many pets enjoy and appreciate special treats occasionally. ________
4. In the country, some children raise and train different farm animals. ________
5. Horses and goats may become their pets
1. compound predicate
2. compound subject
3. compound predicate
4. compound predicate
5. compound subject