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When you use a comma and when you use a semicolon in a sentence?
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Commas are over-used. If writing is clear enough they can probably be eliminated altogether. Think of them as indicating when you would make a natural pause in a sentence. Semicolons are different; they indicate a break in a sentence where you could alternatively put a full stop, or period. As a very general rule, if you can replace a semicolon with a full stop/period and both sections of the sentence can stand alone as sentences, then the semicolon is probably ok.
Commas indicate places where a natural pause occurs in the sentence.
Semicolons separate predicates that can each stand alone as proper sentences.
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Which punctuation change will correct this sentence Todays test will cover the following punctuation marks the comma the semicolon and the colon?
add a comma after the semicolon.
A sentence with the word semicolon?
I can give you several sentences.You use a semicolon to separate two clauses.A semicolon is like a comma with a period on top of it.You need to learn how to use the semicolon properly.
Can you use a comma to replace a conjunction in a compound sentence?
No, but you may be able to use a semicolon. A semicolon and a conjunctive adverb can sometimes take the place of a subordinating conjunction.
Does this sentence require a comma or semicolon after bank Let's go to the bank okay?
comma
Can you use a Semicolon before a comma?
NO.
What is a comma and a semicolon used for?
Comma=After conjustion in a compound sentence Semicolon=Replaces a conjustion and a comma Comma Example I love pizza, and I love chesse. Colon Examples I love pizza; I love Chesse.
Do you use and after a semicolon?
No, the word "and" should not follow a semicolon. Semicolons are used to separate independent clauses; if you want to include "and," it would typically be used within one of the independent clauses separated by the semicolon.
What punctuation mark can be used to show a compound sentence?
A comma or a semicolon
What is used when a comma is not sufficient?
If a sentence needs a pause in the middle and a comma is not strong enough, then a semicolon can be used.
How are a comma and a semicolon different?
a comma (,) is used to separate parts of a sentence and indicates a slight pause when reading/speaking. a semicolon (;) is used to separate main clauses and indicates a longer pause than a comma. A semicolon also separates items in a listing, when one or more of the items contains a comma.
What is a sentence with two independent clauses not separated by a semicolon or comma and coordinating conjunction?
A run-on sentence.
What are linking marks?
semicolon, comma, colon...
