Semi Colon Practice

Semi Colon Practice

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English

5th - 12th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a semicolon?

Back

A semicolon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related ideas in a sentence.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a semicolon?

Back

Use a semicolon to connect two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can you use a semicolon before a conjunction?

Back

No, a semicolon should not be used before conjunctions like 'and' or 'but'.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following sentences uses a semicolon correctly? 'I like pizza; it is my favorite food.'

Back

Correct! This sentence connects two related independent clauses.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between a semicolon and a comma?

Back

A semicolon connects two independent clauses, while a comma is used to separate items in a list or clauses.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is this sentence correct? 'She loves reading; and writing.'

Back

No, the semicolon should not be used before 'and'.

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