Semicolons
Grade 6ELA45 min
Learning Objective
I can combine two related independent clauses using a semicolon.
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How to use a semicolon - Emma Bryce
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Practice
7 questions • Short answer
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“Combine the following two independent clauses into one sentence using a semicolon: The dog barked loudly. The mail carrier was at the door. Combine the following two independent clauses into one sentence using a semicolon: It was raining heavily. The game was cancelled. ”
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