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Grammar Rules- Semicolon

Grammar Rules- Semicolon. Semicolons have three main uses. Connect two sentences/independent clauses together. Properly punctuate conjunctive adverbs. Separate items in a list when the items require commas.

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Grammar Rules- Semicolon

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  1. Grammar Rules- Semicolon • Semicolons have three main uses. • Connect two sentences/independent clauses together. • Properly punctuate conjunctive adverbs. • Separate items in a list when the items require commas. • Semicolons are always followed by a lower case letter (unless the next word is a proper noun).

  2. Semicolons- Connecting two clauses • You can use a semicolon to join two sentences or independent clauses together. • The semicolon takes the place of a comma and one of the FANBOYS. • EXAMPLE1: Sharon went to the store; she bought groceries. • EXAMPLE2: Mrs. Costisick teaches grammar; her students enjoy learning.

  3. Semicolons- Conjunctive Adverbs • Semicolons are used to join sentences and clauses with conjunctive adverbs. • The semicolon goes before the adverb; a comma goes after the adverb. • Some of the adverbs are: because, however, therefore, besides, indeed, etc. • EXAMPLE1: I like ice cream; however, I am on a diet. • EXAMPLE2: Hang gliding is an expensive sport; besides, it’s too dangerous.

  4. Semicolons- In lists • Semicolons are used instead of commas in a list where the items themselves require commas to be punctuated correctly. • EXAMPLE: I’ve been to Lebanon, Kentucky; Evansville, Indiana; and Cincinnati, Ohio.

  5. Semicolons- Common Mistakes • Semicolons are not used with FANBOYS (coordinating conjunctions). • BAD EXAMPLE: Sharon went to the store; and she bought some vegetables.

  6. Semicolons- Common Mistakes • Semicolons are not used to set off dependent clauses, appositives, or introduce a list. • BAD EXAMPLE #1: I bought several things at the store today; pens, paper, binders, and staples. • BAD EXAMPLE #2: My first dog; a German shepherd; was named Rodger. • BAD EXAMPLE #3: Before going to school; the children always check their homework.

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