Using Semicolons We will proofread sentences for the correct use of semicolons. proofread= look over, edit.

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Using Semicolons We will proofread sentences for the correct use of semicolons. proofread= look over, edit

An independent clause (or main clause) has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. An independent clause can stand by itself as a sentence. Subject Verb The dolphins play in the ocean. These animals are intelligent. Verb Subject Today we will proofread for semicolons that connect independent clauses

; The semicolon signals a pause in a sentence. Definition: Semicolons separate complete thoughts and items within a sentence.

Definition: Semicolons separate complete thoughts and items within a sentence. Only use a semicolon between independent clauses IF the independent clausesindependent clauses are closely related in meaning are not joined by and, but, for, nor, or, so, or yet (FANBOYS) The clouds are moving in ; let’s head home. Independent clause

A period is used since the two clauses are not closely related. A semicolon is used between independent clauses that are closely related without using,FANBOYS Do not touch that tree frog; everyone stay together. Non-example These two clauses aren’t closely related. These two clauses are closely related. A semicolon can be used to join them. Example Do not touch that tree frog. Everyone stay together. Do not touch that tree frog ; it may be poisonous.

When is a semicolon used? A semicolon is used… Which is an example of correct semicolon usage? 1.Jamie; was on time Carrie was late. 2.Some reptiles like a dry climate; others prefer a wet climate. 3.My parents’ anniversary is next week; and we are throwing a party for them.

Why are semicolons important? The letter below is hard to read because it is missing semicolons and colons. Dear Garden Club Members It’s that time of year again our vegetable garden awaits. Please show up at the site this Saturday morning at 730. If you can, bring the following hoe, shovel, weed-puller, and gloves. Dear Garden Club Members : It’s that time of year again ; our vegetable garden awaits. Please show up at the site this Saturday morning at 7 : 30. If you can, bring the following : hoe, shovel, weed-puller, and gloves. Like other punctuation marks, semicolons are important because they help make writing clear.

1. Identify the two related independent clauses in each sentence. 2. Make sure sentences are not combined with,FANBOYS 3. Add the semicolon between the independent clauses. 1.Jamie was on time Carrie was late. ; These clauses are closely related. They can be joined by a semicolon.

1. Identify the two related independent clauses in each sentence. 2. Make sure sentences are not combined with,FANBOYS 3. Add the semicolon between the independent clauses. Some reptiles like a dry climate others prefer a wet climate. ;

1. Identify the two related independent clauses in each sentence. 2. Make sure sentences are not combined with,FANBOYS 3. Add the semicolon between the independent clauses. My parents’ anniversary is next week we are throwing a party for them. How did you determine where the semicolon went? ;

Proofread for semicolons where they are needed in the following sentences. 1.Bring a sweater it will be cold tonight. 2.Your grades have improved you will easily pass the course. 3.His mother is a doctor his father owns a computer store. 4.Suki finished her homework then she went to Dana’s house. Semicolons between independent clauses Additional Practice

Closure When do we use a semicolon? How would you proofread for semicolons in the following sentences? Tell me one thing you learned today? Volunteer? Todd’s report is about Arizona mine is about Utah. I have to study tonight otherwise, I would go with you.