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A semicolon can also replace what in a complex sentence?
"because"
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(;).
How to use a semicolon?
The semicolon is used to indicate a separate clause in a sentence. It separates this new clause from the rest of the sentence. For example... "I'm having a day off work today; the first in two weeks!" The semicolon splits these two stand alone clauses in this sentence. What's a clause you may ask. Well, it is any group of words that make grammatical sense, usually containing a noun, a verb and an object.
Should a semi colon come after parentheses?
If your sentence requires a semicolon, you may, indeed, end up using it after a parenthetical.
Does a compound sentence need a comma?
No
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.
Compound sentences punctuated with a semicolon?
You can not punctuate a sentence with a semicolon.
What punctuation mark can be used to show a compound sentence?
A semicolon can be used to show a compound sentence. It joins two closely related independent clauses.
A compound sentence has two independent clauses is joined together by what?
A semicolon (;)
What is the name of transitional words used after a semicolon in a compound sentence?
A conjunction.
What is the definition of the term compound sentence.?
A compound sentence is formed by joining two or more independent clauses with a semicolon, a comma, and an independent marker.
What is Compound complex sentence with a semicolon separating the independent clauses with an adjective subordinate clause?
a timer
example of a compound sentence punctuated with a semicolon?
Joe made the sugar cookies; Susan decorated them
What is the meaning of a semicolon?
The meaning of a semicolon is to separate TWO complete thoughts..... " . . . a punctuation mark used to separate two parts of a compound sentence when they are not connected by a conjunction."
What is a punctuation mark that is used between clauses of a compound sentence when a conjunction is not used?
The semicolon is used, often with a conjunctive adverb, or between independent clauses. A semicolon is also used between words in a series when parts of the series contain commas.
Can you use a comma to replace a conjunction in a compound sentence?
No, a comma cannot replace a conjunction in a compound sentence. Conjunctions are used to connect independent clauses in a compound sentence, while commas are used to separate items in a list or to provide additional information within a sentence.
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.
