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Using Semicolons Correctly. Goal : I can correctly use and identify semicolons in a sentence. Click Here to Begin. There are two main rules we will focus on in order to learn how to correctly use semicolons. Click the arrow next to the rule you would like to learn about. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Using Semicolons Correctly
Show What You Know!Click the link below to take the Semicolon Assessment. Click submit when finished.
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Semicolon AssessmentRule #2: Use a semicolon to avoid confusion when you have complicated lists of items.
Ex: The choir, singing beautifully; the flowers, tastefully lining the stage; and the thoughtfully written speeches made the graduation very special.
Semicolon Rule ReviewClick here to select another Rule to ReviewClick here to move on to the assessmentItemItemItemMoreInfo.MoreInfo.MoreInfo., , , ; ; Lets ReviewClick on the rule that youd like to review.
Rule 1Rule 2Rule #1: Use a semicolon when you link 2 independent clauses, or complete sentences, without adding connecting words. Heres how it works:EX: Grandma still rides her Harley motorcycle. Her toy poodle balances in a basket between the handlebars. (These are two independent clauses that could stand alone as their own sentences)
To use a semicolon in order to combine these sentences: Grandma still rides her Harley motorcycle ; her toy poodle balances in a basket between the handlebars. To combine these sentences, take out the period, add a semicolon, and make the h in her lower-case. Rule #1: : Use a semicolon when you link 2 independent clauses, or complete sentences, without adding connecting words.Semicolons combine two independent clauses and reduce the pause between the two complete thoughts.
They do this WITHOUT using words such as and, but, nor, or yet. Rule #1: Semicolons are used to link two independent clauses , or complete sentences, without adding connecting words.My aunt also has a labshe loves to take her on walks;.This is an independent clause. It could stand alone as its own sentence. This is an independent clause. It could stand alone as its own sentence.
DO NOT use semicolon with a conjunction(Words like: and, but, or, nor, for, so yet)
Rule 1 Re-CapClick here to move on to the Rule 1 QuizClick here to review Rule 1 againRule # 1 Quiz: Click the colored box next to your chosen answerIn which option below is the correct usage of a semicolon shown? Dave went for a bike ride; and he rode for 40 miles.Dave went for a bike ride; he rode for 40 miles. Dave went for a bike ride, he rode 40 miles. Dave went for a bike ride; as a result, he rode for 40 miles. Choice AChoice BChoice CChoice DRule #2: Use a semicolon between items in a list or series if any of the items contain commas or added details.
The pattern for this rule looks like this:
ItemItemItemMoreInfo.MoreInfo.MoreInfo., , , ; ; Example: The fans, cheering loudly; the band, playing a rousing march; and the cheerleaders turning cartwheels, helped inspire the team to play well.
Rule #2: Use a semicolon between items in a list or series if any of the items contain commas or added details.
NOTE: There are several commas in this list with added descriptive details, so the semicolon helps avoid confusion and separates each item within the list. Rule #2: Use a semicolon between items in a list or series if any of the items contain commas or added details.
Rule 2 Re-CapClick here to move on to the Rule 2 QuizClick here to review Rule 1 again
