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example of a compound sentence punctuated with a semicolon?
Joe made the sugar cookies; Susan decorated them
What are compound sentences?
contains two or more simple sentences joined by a comma and a coordinating conjunction or by a semicolon> and, but, nor, or for.
What are the three ways to connect compound sentences?
1: a comma and a conjunction 2: a semicolon 3: a semicolon and a conjunctive adverb or transition
Compound sentences are joined by a?
Compound sentences are joined by a coordinating conjunction (such as and, but, or, so), a semicolon, or a conjunctive adverb (such as however, therefore).
What are two ways to write compound sentences?
Using a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or) to combine two independent clauses. Using a semicolon to connect two closely related independent clauses.
Are two complex sentences that are joined together by a semicolon considered to be a run on sentence or a compound-complex sentence?
Without a semi-colon, it would be a run-on sentence. The semi-colon links two separate but related ideas. Mastering the use of a semi-colon to join thoughts can be tricky for some students; English as second-language students may find it particularly confusing.
Do compound sentences have to include a comma?
Yes, it most deffinetly does. When you combine two sentences you should always use a comma, unless the sentence already has many commas in it. In which case you get ride of the conjunction and use a semicolon(;).
Is it true that with compound sentences only one of the independent clauses is placed on its own base line?
No, that is not true. In compound sentences, two or more independent clauses are placed on separate base lines. Each independent clause is typically joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.
Can two short sentences be joined by a semicolon?
Yes, especially if they are similar in construction or related. The semicolon is the proper way to join them.
Which of the following sentences is not punctuated correctly you wonder why she says that?
wwhich of the following senteces in not punctuated correctly?
What is a sentence where a semicolon is used correctly?
It should be written like this: "Joe watered the garden; however, the plants did not grow". Or you could eliminate the semicolon altogether and use a comma as in: "Joe watered the garden, but the plants did not grow."B.This sentences uses a semicolon; the semicolon joins two complete sentences.
Is a semicolon is necessary in a compound sentence if a coordinating conjunction is not used?
No, a semicolon is not necessary in a compound sentence if a coordinating conjunction is not used. You can use a comma to separate the independent clauses in a compound sentence instead.
