1. Taking your writing from DRAB to FAB!!
The Semicolon ;-)
Taking your writing from DRAB to FAB!!

2. ; = What is it? A Semi-colon is a comma on STEROIDS!
Like commas, semicolons separate elements in a sentence. The semicolon, however, signals a more emphatic break than a comma.
A Semi-colon is a comma on STEROIDS!
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3. Semicolon Rule #1
Use a semi-colon to join TWO, RELATED independent clauses. An independent clause contains a subject & a verb and can stand alone as a sentence. Good Example: Abigail Williams was orphaned when Indians killed her parents in front of her; she uses this as proof that she could kill her friends. NOT GOOD: Abigail Williams was orphaned when Indians killed her parents; she likes cupcakes.

4. Semicolon Rule #2
Use a semicolon before a conjunctive adverb that joins two independent clauses Conjunctive adverbs: therefore, however, otherwise, consequently, besides, nevertheless, and moreover. Ex. Miller used Abigail Williams to symbolize corruption; however, Judge Danforth’s corruption is more severe.
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5. Your Goal
In your final draft (DUE WED!), you must use 3 sentences using semi-colons. They must be properly punctuated!
Here’s a student example:
Original:
The main purpose of Miller's The Crucible is to show us the corruption of people with power. Miller shows this through the actions of three characters, Judge Danforth, Abigail Williams, & Rev. Parris.
Improved with a semi-colon & omitting needless words:
Miller’s purpose in The Crucible is to demonstrate the dangers of corruption of people in power; Miller shows this through the actions of Judge Danforth, Abigail Williams, and Reverend Parris.