SEMICOLONS COLONS NINTH GRADE ENGLISH SEMICOLONS 1 Use

SEMICOLONS 1. Use a semicolon to join independent clauses that are closely related in

SEMICOLONS Use a semicolon between independent clauses joined by a conjunctive adverb or a

SEMICOLONS CONJUNCTIVE ADVERBS Accordingly Furthermore Meanwhile Otherwise Also However Moreover Still Besides Indeed Nevertheless

SEMICOLONS TRANSITIONAL EXPRESSIONS As a result For instance In fact On the other hand

SEMICOLONS Use a semicolon, instead of a comma, to join independent clauses with a

SEMICOLONS Use a semicolon between items in a series IF the items already contain

COLONS Use a colon between the hour and minute Use a colon between the

COLONS Use a colon to mean “note what follows” Examples: You will need to

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SEMICOLONS & COLONS NINTH GRADE ENGLISH

SEMICOLONS 1. Use a semicolon to join independent clauses that are closely related in meaning. Examples: The players should be ready to leave at 10: 00; the game begins at noon. Angie looked out at the downpour; then he put on the raincoat and boots.

SEMICOLONS Use a semicolon between independent clauses joined by a conjunctive adverb or a transitional expression. Examples: Emma felt shy; however, she soon made some new friends. My bird does unusual tricks; for example, he rings a bell and says, “Wow. ”

SEMICOLONS CONJUNCTIVE ADVERBS Accordingly Furthermore Meanwhile Otherwise Also However Moreover Still Besides Indeed Nevertheless Then Consequently Instead Next Therefore Conjunctive Adverbs

SEMICOLONS TRANSITIONAL EXPRESSIONS As a result For instance In fact On the other hand For example In addition That is In other words Transitional Expressions

SEMICOLONS Use a semicolon, instead of a comma, to join independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction when the independent clauses already contain commas. Examples: Alana, Eric, and Kim voted for her; and Scott, Roland, and Vanessa voted for Jason. Scanning the horizon for the source of the whirring sound, Pedro saw a huge, green cloud traveling in his direction; and, suddenly recognizing what it was, he knew that crops soon would be eaten by a horde of grasshoppers.

SEMICOLONS Use a semicolon between items in a series IF the items already contain commas. Examples: I would like to introduce Mrs. Brady, our mayor; Mr. Bell, her secretary; Ms. Lincoln, the editor of our newspaper; and Mr. Quinn, our guest of honor. The Photography Club will meet on Wednesday, September 12; Wednesday, September 19; and Tuesday, September 24.

COLONS Use a colon between the hour and minute Use a colon between the chapter and verse in a Biblical reference Use a colon between titles and subtitles Example: Whales: Giants of the Sea Use a colon after the salutation of a business letter

COLONS Use a colon to mean “note what follows” Examples: You will need to bring the following equipment: a sleeping bag, a warm sweater, and extra socks. Additional supplies are as follows: a toothbrush, toothpaste, a change of clothes, and a pillow. NEVER USE A COLON AFTER A VERB!!!!!!!!