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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.
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 instead of a semicolon?
Yes, if you're listing you would normally use a semi-colon, but the use of a comma is optional!!
Do you use a semicolon before the word such?
No, a semicolon is not typically used before the word "such." Semicolons are usually used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a list when those items themselves contain commas.
In which of the situations would it not be appropriate to use a semicolon?
to Join two independent clauses where the second clause explains the first (apex)
When do you use a semicolon in algebra?
Well, according to what I learned when I was in Algebra I, you should never have to use a semicolon.
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.
In which of the-following situations would it be appropriate to use a semicolon?
To replace conjunctions and, or, but and to connect the main clauses in a compound sentence
How do you use semicolon in this sentence. The Bears lost the Super Bowl to Indianapolis worse yet you lost a bet with your brother about the outcome of the game?
It is necessary to put the semicolon between Indianapolis and worse. Many writers would merely use a comma in this case, but that would be incorrect. Sorry, but I am sticking to my original opinion that you don't need a semicolon here. I agree that a comma wouldn't be appropriate, but a period would be advisable.
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.
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 you use two semicolon in one sentennce?
NO
Can you use a comma instead of a semicolon?
Yes, if you're listing you would normally use a semi-colon, but the use of a comma is optional!!
Can you use a gerund after a semicolon?
A gerund is a verb with the -ing suffix, often turning it from a verb into the subject of a sentence. It is grammatically correct to use one after a semicolon as long as the clause after the semicolon is still independent, that is, it can still stand alone as a separate sentence.
Do you use a semicolon before the word such?
No, a semicolon is not typically used before the word "such." Semicolons are usually used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a list when those items themselves contain commas.
What joins two independent clauses or sentences together?
You would use a conjunction, such as "and", "but" or "or". Another option is to link the two with a semicolon (;).
In which of the situations would it not be appropriate to use a semicolon?
to Join two independent clauses where the second clause explains the first (apex)
