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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.
What word joins independent clauses?
A coordinating conjunction joins two independent clauses.
What happens if two independent clauses are connected by a semicolon?
A semicolon would be the appropriate punctuation connecting two independent clauses IF there is no coordinating conjunction; However, if there IS a coordinating conjunction (and, but...) then you would only use a comma to separate both independent clauses
Can a semicolon be used to Join two independent clauses?
yes it can
A compound sentence has two independent clauses is joined together by what?
A semicolon (;)
When combining two independent clauses a comma must be placed .?
When you combine two independent clauses, you need to separate them with a semicolon--not a comma. If you use a comma instead of a semicolon, the result is called a comma splice.
Can two independent clauses be joined by using a semicolon between the clauses without a conjunction?
Yes, that is one of the most common uses of a semicolon. If there is a conjunction joining the clauses, however, you should use a comma instead of a semicolon.
Two independent clauses can be joined by a semicolon and a conjunctive adverb. Description?
A semicolon can be used to join two independent clauses, indicating a close relationship between them. A conjunctive adverb (e.g., however, therefore, moreover) can then be used after the semicolon to show the logical connection between the ideas in the clauses. This structure helps to create a smooth transition between the two clauses.
What is a compound sentence with a semicolon?
A semicolon is used to join two independent clauses together. An example of two independent clauses joined together via semicolon is: "Baum's book is a political allegory; few people today would recognize the political events in this story."
Should a semicolon be used to separate two phrases if one of them contains commas at all not just in a list?
A semicolon should be used to separate two independent clauses, especially if the clauses are closely related. Using a semicolon can help clarify the relationship between the ideas presented in each clause, even if one of the clauses contains commas within it.
True or false If two independent clauses are connected by a semicolon, the dotted line is slanted from one verb to the other.?
False. The correct answer is "If two independent clauses are connected by a semicolon, the dotted line goes straight from one verb to the other." (A+)
What are two ways to join two independent clauses together?
Two ways to join independent clauses are by using a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon. A coordinating conjunction, such as "and," "but," or "or," can be placed before the second independent clause, often preceded by a comma. Alternatively, a semicolon can be used directly between the two clauses without a conjunction, indicating a closer relationship between them.
