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true or false: A semicolon may be used between independent clauses joined by a connector, such as and, but, or, nor, etc., when one or more commas appear in the first clause.
TRUE
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what does a semi colon most commonly connect.
A semicolon is most commonly used to link (in a single sentence) two independent clauses that are closely related.
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The order was requested six weeks ago, therefore, I expected the shipment to arrive by now.
The order was requested six weeks ago; therefore, I expected the shipment to arrive by now.
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When I finish here, and I will soon, I'll be glad to help you,and that is a promise I will keep.
When I finish here, and I will soon, I'll be glad to help you; and that is a promise I will keep.
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is it right? you should choose ham, chicken, or char-grilled vegetable sandwiches; cups of tea, Bovril, or coffee (if you don't mind them lukewarm); or red wine (one of the few options that's drinkable when lukewarm).
yes,In this example, semicolons have been used to separate the list items because the list items themselves contain commas. Also, brackets have been used to add information within the list items.)
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which is correct 1: I am here; You are over there. 2: I am here; you are over there.
2 because you do not capitalize ordinary words after a semicolon
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use a semicolon between two independent clauses that are connected by what?
Use a semicolon between two independent clauses that are connected by conjunctive adverbs or transitional phrases
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is the sentence correct: You asked for forgiveness; he granted it to you.
yes
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double point question I really like beef, with mushroom sauce; pasta, with Alfredo sauce; and salad, with French dressing.
its correct.
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Fix it The manager; did not approve the plan he suggested several changes.
The manager did not approve the plan; he suggested several changes.
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is the semicolon used correctly in the sentence When I finish here, and I will soon, I'll be glad to help you; and that is a promise I will keep.
yes,A semicolon may be used between independent clauses joined by a connector, such as and, but, or, nor, etc., when one or more commas appear in the first clause.
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use a _____ between items in a list or series if any of the items contain commas.
Use a semicolon between items in a list or series if any of the items contain commas.
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The American flag has three colors; red, white, and blue.
No- The American flag has three colors: red, white, and blue.
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We had students from Lima, Peru; Santiago, Chile and Caracas, Venezuela.
We had students from Lima, Peru; Santiago, Chile; and Caracas, Venezuela.
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when should you use not use a semi colon.
when a colon is needed
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why is this sentence correct: The conference has people who have come from Moscow, Idaho, Springfield, California, Alamo, Tennessee, and other places as well.
its not, the conference has people who have come from Moscow, Idaho; Springfield, California; Alamo, Tennessee; and other places as well. (Note the final semicolon, rather than a comma, after Tennessee.)
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use a semicolon between ______ _______ joined by a __________ ________ if the clauses are already punctuated with commas or if the clauses or if the clauses are lengthy.
Use a semicolon between independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction if the clauses are already punctuated with commas or if the clauses or if the clauses are lengthy.
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I need a few items at the store; clothespins, a bottle opener, and napkins.
no,use a colon after a complete sentence to introduce any list.
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This list would be written like this: John, the baker, Simon, the policeman; and Toby, the architect.
This list would be written like this: John, the baker; Simon, the policeman; and Toby, the architect.
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Avoid using a semicolon when a _____ is needed
Avoid using a semicolon when a comma is needed
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fix it: Bring any two items however; sleeping bags and tents are in short supply.
Bring any two items; however, sleeping bags and tents are in short supply. -Use a semicolon before such words and terms as namely, however, therefore, that is, i.e., for example, e.g., for instance, etc., when they introduce a complete sentence. It is also preferable to use a comma after these words and terms.
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a semicolon can replace what, if the writer wishes to narrow the gap between two closely linked sentences.
A semicolon can replace a period if the writer wishes to narrow the gap between two closely linked sentences.
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I have been to San Francisco, California; Reno, Nevada; and Seattle, Washington.
yes, use the semicolon to separate units of a series when one or more of the units contain commas.
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I have been to Newcastle, Carlisle, and York in the North; Bristol, Exeter, and Portsmouth in the South; and Cromer, Norwich, and Lincoln in the East.
correct, because in the semicolons have been used to separate the list items because the list items themselves contain commas.
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is this sentence okay? -eat oranges throughout the journey; you may catch scurvy.
yes,semicolon replaces , or