English Chapter 11, Lesson 5 Quiz

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1.

A semicolon:
- A.
  
  Separates elements in a sentence
- B.
  
  It is stronger than a comma, but is not as strong as a period.
- C.
  
  Set off words or parts of words
- D.
  
  Both A and B
Correct Answer
D. Both A and B

Explanation
A semicolon can be used to separate elements in a sentence, such as independent clauses, items in a list, or phrases that contain commas. It is stronger than a comma because it creates a clearer break between the elements, but it is not as strong as a period because it does not indicate a complete stop. Additionally, a semicolon can also be used to set off words or parts of words that need to be emphasized or highlighted. Therefore, the correct answer is both A and B.

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2.

Use a semicolon to join parts of a compound sentence without a coordinating conjunction.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
A semicolon is used to join two independent clauses (complete sentences) without a coordinating conjunction. It is a punctuation mark that separates the clauses but indicates a closer connection between them than a period would. This allows for a smoother flow of ideas and emphasizes the relationship between the clauses. Therefore, the statement is true.

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When there are commas within parts of a ___, use semicolons to separate the parts.

Correct Answer
series

Explanation
When there are commas within parts of a series, use semicolons to separate the parts. This means that if a series contains items that already have commas within them, semicolons should be used to separate the items instead of commas. This helps to avoid confusion and clearly distinguish between the different parts of the series.

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Use a semicolon between parts of a(n) ______ sentence when the clauses are long and complicated or when they contain commas.
- A.
  
  Compound-Complex
- B.
  
  Simple
- C.
  
  Compound
- D.
  
  Complex
Correct Answer
C. Compound

Explanation
In a compound sentence, two independent clauses are joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon. In this case, the semicolon is used to separate parts of a sentence when the clauses are long and complicated or when they contain commas. Therefore, the correct answer is compound.

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When there are commas within parts of a series, use colons to separate the parts.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
When there are commas within parts of a series, colons are not used to separate the parts. Instead, commas are used to separate the items within the series, and the last item is usually preceded by "and" or "or" without a colon. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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Use a ____ to introduce a list of items.

Correct Answer
Colon

Explanation
A colon is used to introduce a list of items. It is a punctuation mark that signals that what follows is a list or an explanation of what came before. The colon helps to separate the introductory phrase or clause from the list, making it clear to the reader that a list is about to follow.

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English Chapter 11, Lesson 5 Quiz

A semicolon:

Use a semicolon to join parts of a compound sentence without a coordinating conjunction.

When there are commas within parts of a ___, use semicolons to separate the parts.

Use a semicolon between parts of a(n) ______ sentence when the clauses are long and complicated or when they contain commas.

When there are commas within parts of a series, use colons to separate the parts.

Use a ____ to introduce a list of items.