Understanding Conjunctive Adverbs

What is the primary function of a conjunctive adverb?

• To introduce a list

• To modify nouns

• To connect two independent clauses

• To describe verbs

Which of the following is true about the placement of conjunctive adverbs in a sentence?

• They must always be followed by a period.

• They cannot be used with semicolons.

• They can be moved around within the sentence.

• They must always be at the beginning of a sentence.

When a conjunctive adverb is placed in the middle of a sentence, what punctuation is typically used?

• A semicolon is used.

• No punctuation is needed.

• Commas are used around the adverb.

• A colon is used.

In sentence diagramming, how is a semicolon represented when using a conjunctive adverb?

• With a dashed line

• With a solid line

• With a dotted line and an X

• With a circle

What should be done to the capitalization of a conjunctive adverb after a semicolon?

• It should be italicized.

• It should not be capitalized.

• It should be in all caps.

• It should remain capitalized.