Semi-colons

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What is a semi-colon?

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A semi-colon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related independent clauses.

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When should you use a semi-colon?

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Use a semi-colon to connect two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

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Can you give an example of a sentence using a semi-colon?

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Sure! Example: "I love to read; it helps me relax."

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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How do you identify independent clauses in a sentence?

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Look for groups of words that have both a subject and a verb and express a complete thought.

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

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A semi-colon connects two independent clauses, while a comma is used to separate items in a list or to connect clauses with a conjunction.

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Rewrite this sentence using a semi-colon: "I enjoy swimming I go to the pool every weekend."

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I enjoy swimming; I go to the pool every weekend.

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What is the correct way to punctuate this sentence: "I have a cat she is very playful."

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I have a cat; she is very playful.

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Which of the following is correct? "I like pizza I like pasta." or "I like pizza; I like pasta."

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"I like pizza; I like pasta." is correct.

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What happens if you use a semi-colon incorrectly?

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Using a semi-colon incorrectly can confuse the reader and disrupt the flow of the sentence.