Fill in the Blank
He only wanted one thing _ peace.
Em-dash (-)
The em-dash is correct because it introduces and emphasizes the word peace - it is almost like a dramatic reveal.
Can a semicolon be used to join two independent clauses together without a conjunction?
True
It is one of the main uses of a semicolon.
I have a big test tomorrow _ I can't go out tonight.
Semicolon (;)
The semicolon is correct because both are independent clauses. The semicolon smoothly links them without having to use conjunctions.
Em-dash can be used instead of a parentheses.
True.
We visited London England; France Paris; and Rome Italy _ it was a whirlwind tour.
Em-dash (-)
The em-dash is correct because it separates the phrase from the list and acts like a "dramatic pause".
A semicolon can be followed by a conjunction like "and" or "but."
False
A semicolon should not be followed with "and" or "but" - those are used after commas, not semicolons.
The project was due yesterday _ we're still nowhere near finished.
Em-dash (-)
The em-dash is correct because it delivers a dramatic or uprising follow up, and the dramatic pause emphasizes how bad the situation is.
If you're adding emphasis to the end of a sentence, an em dash is better than a semicolon.
True
An em-dash adds a pause for effect, drama and surprise. it emphasizes the phrase.
The CEO presented the quarterly report ___ the board members listened attentively, taking notes throughout the presentation.
Semicolon (;)
The semicolon is correct because they are two different clauses but are closely related. The semicolon links the two ideas without using a conjunction.
A semicolon can be used to separate an independent clause and a dependent clause to add emphasis.
False
A semicolon can only be used to separate two independent clauses - both mus be complete sentences.