Semicolons and Conjunctive Adverbs

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What is a semicolon?

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A semicolon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related ideas or to separate items in a complex list.

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When should a semicolon be used?

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A semicolon should be used to link two independent clauses that are closely related in thought, or to separate items in a list when the items themselves contain commas.

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What is a conjunctive adverb?

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A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them, such as contrast, addition, or cause and effect.

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Give an example of a conjunctive adverb that shows addition.

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Furthermore.

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Give an example of a conjunctive adverb that shows contrast.

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However.

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What is the purpose of using a semicolon before a conjunctive adverb?

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A semicolon is used before a conjunctive adverb to connect two independent clauses, indicating a close relationship between the ideas.

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Which conjunctive adverb indicates time?

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Next.

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Which conjunctive adverb indicates contrast?

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However.

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How do you correctly punctuate this sentence: 'She loves to read she has many books.'?

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She loves to read; she has many books.

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What is the correct way to combine these sentences: 'It was raining. We went for a walk.'?

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It was raining; however, we went for a walk.