Quarter 2 Benchmark--Sophomores

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What is a semi-colon?

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

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When should a semi-colon be used?

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A semi-colon should be used to connect two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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Provide an example of a correct semi-colon usage.

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I can't wait to go to Cancun; the beach will be so relaxing.

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What is the difference between a semi-colon and a comma?

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A semi-colon connects independent clauses, while a comma is used to separate elements within a sentence.

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What is individualism?

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A social theory favoring freedom of action for individuals over collective or state control.

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What is communism?

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A political and economic ideology advocating for a classless system in which the means of production are owned communally.

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What is the purpose of a comma?

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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Provide an example of a correct comma usage.

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Hey Andy, did you pick your toys up?

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What is an independent clause?

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A group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause.