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Writing Competencies |
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Identify Errors Involving Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Adjectives, & Adverbs |
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| Rules for Using Commas | ||
| Rules for Using Semicolons | ||
| Rules for Using Colons | ||
| Rules for Using Apostrophes | ||
| Standard Capitalization | ||
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Identify Sentences That Meet Conventions of Standard English |
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Identifying Significant Errors in Punctuation and Capitalization
Rules for Using Semicolons
Use a semicolon in the following situations:
- Between parts of sentences which already contain commas
- Between independent clauses if either clause contains other commas.
- Between independent clauses
joined by a conjunctive adverb such as however, therefore, moreover, furthermore,
consequently, or on the other hand
Example: The test began on time; however, we were late getting out of class.
Example: The starting lineup includes Mary Gardner, forward; Jean Phillips, center; and Helen Weaver, guard.
Example: She is a beautiful, talented, young woman; but she will have trouble getting to Hollywood, New York, or Boston because of her attitude.
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