✏️ Grammar & Conventions: Semicolons (Grade 9)

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Use a semicolon to link two or more closely related independent clauses.

1. Correct with a semicolon: She loves art however she prefers music.

2. Correct with a semicolon: The store was closed we went home.

3. Correct with a semicolon: He was tired therefore he rested.

4. Correct with a semicolon: I studied all night I passed the test.

5. Correct with a semicolon: It rained the game was canceled.

Answer key: 1) She loves art; however, she prefers music. · 2) The store was closed; we went home. · 3) He was tired; therefore, he rested. · 4) I studied all night; I passed the test. · 5) It rained; the game was canceled.

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Free Grade 9 English worksheet (Common Core L.9-10.2.a): use a semicolon to link two or more closely related independent clauses. Skill: Use a semicolon to link two or more closely related independent clauses. Level: Grade 9 — also suits Year 10 (UK).

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CCSS L.9-10.2.a: Use a semicolon to link two or more closely related independent clauses
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