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Semicolons

Semicolons. Unit 4. Unit 4 Semicolons. Replacing Conjunctions Before Conjunctions in Compound Sentences Before Transitional Words or Phrases Between Items in a Series. Replacing Conjunctions.

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Semicolons

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  1. Semicolons Unit 4

  2. Unit 4 Semicolons • Replacing Conjunctions • Before Conjunctions in Compound Sentences • Before Transitional Words or Phrases • Between Items in a Series Unit 4 Semicolons

  3. Replacing Conjunctions When the conjunction is omitted, a semicolon is used to separate two closely related independent clauses. • Mario ran as fast as he could; he missed the bus. • I applied for the job; I was hired. Unit 4 Semicolons

  4. Tryout Sentences • The voters liked the candidate they voted for him overwhelmingly. • World leaders want peace they have not yet negotiated a treaty. • My decorator requested my color preferences the kitchen is now blue. • I waited over an hour at the train station Audrey did not arrive. • Felicia’s birthday is today the staff is surprising her with a cake. Unit 4 Semicolons

  5. Before Conjunctions inCompound Sentences When a conjunction separates two independent clauses and one or both of the clauses contain a comma or commas, place a semicolon before the conjunction. • If you have questions, please call; and we can discuss them. • I called Dr. Nozaki; but, unfortunately, he was busy. Unit 4 Semicolons

  6. Tryout Sentences • As the newspaper reported, the accident occurred yesterday but no one witnessed it. • I know that reservations are required but, unfortunately, I forgot to make them. • Ms. Montoya, our supervisor, insists on our best work or we will not be considered for promotions. • My team, which is playing tomorrow, is highly ranked and we usually win. • Edward’s computer is a new, state-of-the-art machine and he needs instruction on its use. Unit 4 Semicolons

  7. Before Transitional Words or Phrases When two independent clauses are connected by a transitional word or phrase, place a semicolon before the word or phrase and a comma after it. • I have the qualifications; therefore, please consider me for the job. • The performance was delayed; in fact, it was nearly canceled. Unit 4 Semicolons

  8. Tryout Sentences • The travel agent carefully planned our trip nevertheless we experienced delays. • I am calling a meeting of all managers meanwhile please contact the reps in the field. • The artist painted my portrait however he did not get a good likeness. • Our company will pay your moving expenses furthermore we will help you sell your house. • Let’s not rush the decision besides you do not have all of the information. Unit 4 Semicolons

  9. Between Items in a Series A semicolon is used to separate items in a series when one or more of the items contains a comma. • This summer I plan to visit Dublin, Ireland; London, England; and Wales. • I would like to introduce Ethan Stanley, the show’s producer; Marcia Lord, its director; and Lorelei Kent, the star. Unit 4 Semicolons

  10. Tryout Sentences • My guests included Harvey Kriss Meredith Swensen, the famous designer and Gunnar Gannon. • I called the company spoke to the production manager, Beverly Contini and set up an appointment. • The play tried out in Chicago, Illinois had a short run in Boston and opens in New York City next week. • The club’s owners include Carol Bonn, head chef Wali Otero, dessert chef Dino Lambert, headwaiter and me. • Let’s meet to discuss the cost, which is rather high the proposed location and other aspects of our business deal. Unit 4 Semicolons

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