Joining Clauses with Commas, Semicolons, and Colons

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9th - 10th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a clause?
Back
A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb. It can be independent (able to stand alone) or dependent (cannot stand alone).
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?
Back
A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or clarify meaning.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a semicolon?
Back
A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a colon used for?
Back
A colon is used to introduce a list, a quote, or an explanation that follows.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you join two independent clauses with a semicolon?
Back
You can join two independent clauses with a semicolon if they are closely related in thought, e.g., 'I like tea; my sister prefers coffee.'
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the correct punctuation for this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk ___ it was raining.'
Back
A semicolon is correct: 'I wanted to go for a walk; it was raining.'
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What punctuation should be used before a list?
Back
A colon is used before a list, e.g., 'You need the following items: a pen, paper, and a ruler.'
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