GG#6.42: “Semicolons"
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On today’s topic Grammar Girl talks about “Semicolons”. The first thing is that you should know is that semicolons separate things. Most commonly they separate two main clauses that are related to one another, that could stand by them self’s as sentences. One of the reasons why you would have chosen to use a semicolon instead of a period is if you wanted to add verity to your sentence structure. When you use a semicolon the main clauses should be closely related to on another. Another difference between a colon and a semicolon is that when you are joining things together you use a colon to join things of equal or unequal weight. For example you can use a semicolon or a colon to join two of the main clauses that you can use a colon to join a main clause with a noun. You can only use a semicolon if you’re joining two equal things together into one sentence. One more important thing to remember is that you never use semicolons with coordinating conjunctions, such as and, or, and but when you're joining two main clauses. There’s one situation where you do use semicolons with coordinating conjunctions. That's only when you are writing a list of items and commas just don't do the job of separating them at all. Finally you can use a semicolon when you use a conjunction adverb to join two main clauses.
Ex. It’s freezing cold during the winter; Jose goes to turn up the heat.
The two parts in the sentence are separated by a semicolon that could be sentences on their own if you put a period between them.
It’s freezing cold during the winter. Jose goes to turn up the heat.
Ex. John checked the computer; it was in good condition.
You would use a colon in that sentence instead of a semicolon because the second clause relates to back to the first clause.
Ex. I missed only one day of school.
You couldn’t use a semicolon in that sentence because the two parts are unequal.
-Alex Luviano
This weeks grammar girl is pretty simple. It's about a nice little symbol we like to call a Semicolon. We all know it and see it all the time but not all of use know how to use it. A simple way of explaining what semicolons do is this, they separate things. They usually separate sentences that could stand on they're own. The best reason that somebody would use semicolons is to add variety to they're sentence. That way you would not see the same old period. Grammar girl also talks about the differences between semicolons and colons. Colons either introduce or define something. While semicolons don't. Grammar girl also tells us when NOT to use the semicolon. Which would be with coordinating conjunctions like but, and, or or.
EX1.
I couldn't decide which guitar to get; the Jackson or the Kramer?
They both could be sentences by themselves, they would just be a little short. Why not join them together?
EX2.
Should i listen to some Debussy?; i could listen to Mozart also.
@whisperinthewind0104 :
your last example seems a little messed up. its too short to be two parts. try to make it a little longer so that it can actually make sense. And as to your second example try to be a little bit more specific. yes they are related but "it was in good condition" could also describe many things.
Cris Garcia P.2
Hey again.
Grammar Girl uses one main punctuation mark to separate her sentence in this week's episode: semicolons. (As you can see, you can also use colons to connect sentences too.) She brings back our friend Squiggly the worm to help us this week; this time, however, it's a matter of life and death. Will he freeze to death or not?
Well of course Squiggly isn't going to die; he's the main character.
Let's get back to the subject, so semicolons help to differ the kinds of sentences you use.
You can either use short choppy sentences.
Ex.1 “I like your shirt. It complements your eyes.”
Or you can connect the sentences together using a semicolon.
Ex.1/2 “I like your shirt; it complements your eyes.”
It all depends on the kind of tone you want to set.
Grammar Girl also uses semicolons when she makes a list that already uses commas.
This is especially useful when you want to describe locations.
Ex.2 “I am applying to UCLA in Los Angeles, California; Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York; and Columbia University in New York, New York.”
Without the semicolons, this sentence would be a whole mess of commas.
Rama P.2
I hope that this helps some of you get a better understanding of semicolons.
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This week's Grammar Girl talks about semicolons and when to use them. Semicolons are used to seperate two main or independent clauses. However, you would not replace all of your commas and periods with semicolons just because you wanted to. There are several rules that one should follow if they wanted to use semicolons correctly. These rules include:
1. Connecting or combining two clauses that are closely related.
2.Combining two main clauses using conjunctive adverbs, such as "however, therefore, and indeed."
Here are some examples:
1. Willa joined almost all of her school's clubs; she realized that it was too much for her.
--In this example, each clause can stand on its own, whith and without the semicolon.
2. She liked her friend's suggestion; however, it did not help solve her problem.
--In this example, the two main clauses are connected by a conjunctive adverb after the semicolon.
Grammar Girl also mentions that the only time you would use semicolons and coordinationg conjunctions is when you are amking a list of things. For example, "They went on a raod trip to see the the Grand Canyon in Arizona; the Alamo in Texas;
the Gateway Arch in Missouri; and the American Museum of Natural History in New York."
--In this example, the semicolon is used to list the famous landmarks that they will visit on their road trip.
SarahALG....:>
whisperinthewind,
You showed an understanding of the concept in this weeks episode
;however, I think you should pay a little more attention to your grammar in you posts. It was hard for me to read through it without having to go back a few times. Your examples also show an understanding, but the last one did not make sense to me... I don't see the other part of the sentence that is unequal. Otherwise, your work was good.
Thanks- SARAHALG;)
P.S. There are a few spelling errors.:0 Be careful of that!!!
BYE :)
This week Grammar Girl talks about semicolons in depth. Semicolons separate two main clauses that are closely related to each other. People use semicolons to add variety to sentence-structures. You shouldn't associate colons and semicolons together because they follow different grammar rules. A colon introduces or defines something while a semicolon separates two related main clauses. When using semicolon you shouldn't use coordinating conjunctions such as and, or, and but because they are only used with commas. The exception to using coordinating conjunctions with a semicolon is when writing a list of items that commas just can't completely separate them. After the semicolon a conjunctive adverb is optional.
Example:
1.It began to rain; Carol had forgotten his umbrella at home.
2.My sister is sick; hopefully the doctor will know whats wrong with her.
Response to Zepshizzle:
You got a few gramatical errors in your response. For example instead of typing the word "us" you typed the word "use".
In episode 42, Semicolons, Grammar Girl helps us understand the correct usage of semicolons. Semicolons are use to divide sentences that could stand on their own. For the semicolons to be used correctly both clauses need to be closely related or used along with conjunctive adverbs such as however, therefore, and indeed to combine both clause. Common uses for semicolons are to add diversity to a sentence structure and possibly to elongate a sentence that might seem short or choppy. Semicolons can never be used with coordinating conjunctions such as and, or, and but when joining two main clauses. It is said that commas are used with coordinating conjunctions whereas semicolons are used with conjunctive adverbs, thus helping differentiate the use of both.
Ex.
Erika was very popular in school. It was easy for her to win Homecoming Queen.
Erika was very popular in school; therefore, it was easy for her to win Homecoming Queen.
It was cold outside. Erika forgot her sweater.
It was cold outside; Erika forgot her sweater.
Alex Luviano, your second example is confusing. It seems to be one sentence standing alone instead of two unequal sentences, which would obviously not need a semicolon.
This weeks grammar girl talks about semicolons. They mainly separate two main clauses that are related to each other but could stand on their own. You might want to use a semicolon instead of a period if you wanted to add variety to your sentence structure. A colon and a semicolon are both different in that a colon simply introduces or defines something, and a semicolon joins things of equal weight.
Ex. Aziza loves to dance; however, the only dance she knows is the two-step.
Ex. Jem kicked her new computer; it's lid broke off.
Response to whisperinthewind0104: i liked the way that you went into details as to how you came up with your examples and why they work.
Diana G. p2
This week, Grammar Girl is talking about Semicolons. A semicolon separates two sentences. Lets say if your writing an essay and you think your using way too many periods, and have little short sentences, then that's when a semicolon comes in handy. You can only use a semicolon when both the main clauses are related somehow. They cant be about different topics. You can never use a semicolon with a conjunction. instead of putting a semicolon, you can put a comma.
Ex: It was a dark night; He wondered if he would make it home by 10.
There are two main clauses. To separate these, you would take out the semicolon and put in a period.
Ex: There was smoke; He wondered where it was coming from.
There's also two main clauses here. To separate, you substitute a period in for the semicolon.
zepshizzle
Your example looks good but the only problem is you have to capitalize the first letter after the semicolon. You don't leave it lower case.
Nelly Melamed
Per.5
FunkyFreshMeh.
Just so you know you don't capitalize the word after the semicolon. You could've seen that from Grammar Girl's examples.
Other than that, your examples we okay. You could be a little bit more creative.(Try using a different verb than 'wonder').
But your sentences followed the criteria for using semicolons.
Today's grammar girl taks abot semicolons. Semicolons separate two main clauses that are related to each other but can still manage to be a sentence.
Ex. The game was tied; Kobe knew he had to shoot the last shot.
Ex. The board snapped" he knew his skating was done for.
Joseph Compton
per5
Grammar Girl talked about how semi colons are used to seperate to main ideas that could be sentences of their own. She gave a good example saying that semi colons could be used when you have a bunch of short sentences and you want to add variety.She also explained the difference between a colon and a semi colon and how colons are used to introduce or define something.
ex.
My mother was very angry;she broke all the dishes in the house.
The weather in vegas is hot;I had to wear shorts all summer.
Yazmin Llamas
Grammar Girl's lesson this week was on the proper usage of semicolons. Semicolons are used to put two sentences that are similar together; which means when you use a semicolon the clauses you are putting together have to relate. For example (example 1), "The fat rat that lives downstairs loves cheese; he looks at the stars every night." This is the improper way to use a semicolon because the two clauses don't show any relation. "The fat rat that lives downstairs loves cheese; he always steals the swiss cheese out of my fridge." That is the proper way to use a colon because the two clauses relate.
Example 2 - "Pandora was shivering because of how cold it was in the morning; she grabbed her big fluffy sweater."
FunkyFreshMeh, you should take a look at Grammar Girl's examples or maybe pay a bit more attention because the first letter following the semicolon does not have to be capitalized.
In episode 42, Grammar Girl discusses Semicolons. Semicolons serve to seperate two main clauses that could stand alone if a semicolon wasn't put in, but is useful for variation in sentences. One important aspect of semicolons I didn't know before, was to never use it if there are combining words like "and, or, but". GG also differentiates between a colon and a semicolon, saying a colon is useful when going into description or detail.
EXAMPLE ONE: I went to the store; I was told it was closed.
EXAMPLE TWO: She saw three men: a tall one, a skinny one, and a fat one.
whisperinthewind, I see your point, but the sentence itself doesn't make sense. Perhaps the sentence needs to be a bit more sophisticated, therefore, we could see why the semicolon is being used.
Rama,i see your point. I never actually thought to use a semicolon like that. Also, would a colon also serve for that sentence as well? As in "I applied for these schools, blah blah, blah blah,and blah" ?
-Vianney Bernabe p.2
In this episode of grammer girl was about semicolins.Semicolins is used to seperate one sentence in to two sentences.They split the sentence were there two sentences that can stand alone.
ex.I like to listen to Testament;I also listening to Megadeth
zepshizzle i didnt like your examples.They made no sense
This weeks episode of Grammar Girl is about semicolons. Grammar Girl gives us examples and explains when and when not to use semicolons. Semicolons are used to add variety to a sentence. You also shouldn't use a colon and semicolon together. A colon introduces or defines something and a semicolon separates two related main clauses. Grammar Girl also talks about using semicolons with coordinating conjunctions. That's only when you are writing a list of items and commas just don't do the job of separating them at all. Also is when a conjunction adverb to join two main clauses. This is what this weeks Grammar Girl is about.
Examples:
1.)Class was boring;we still had an hour left.
2.)I should go to the park;I could also go to the beach.
Responses:
Diana G.,
I like your examples. They show that you clearly understand this weeks Grammar Girl.
Grammar Girl this week talks about semicolons and the differences between a semicolon and a colon. A semicolons are used to seperate two main clauses that are closely related. Now colons on the other hand are used to either introduce or define something. You can also use a semicolon to join thing only Of Equal Weight. A colon can be used to joind things Of Unequal Weight. People often get that mixed up and I have to admit I was one of them.
Example of Colon:
- I tried on my shirt from 3years ago to see if it still fot me: it didnt.
Example of a Semicolon:
-My brother went car shopping for the first time; he bought his dream car!
FunkyFreshMeh:
you summary seems to be really good. You have great examples. The only thing I'd advise is that you take another look at the usage of semicolons in this weeks grammar girl. I dont think you need to capitalize the first letter of the following word after you use a semicolon.
Semi-colons
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semi-colons are used to separate two similar clauses that could stand alone if they wanted to. A semi-colon adds a spice to your sentence rather than choppy sentences with periods.
Ex.
(choppy)
I went to the tidepools. My dad and I had no idea how cold the water would be
(with semicolon)
I went to the tidepools; my dad and i had no idea how cold the water would be.
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you can use a semi-colon to separate two clauses of equal weight, whereas a colon can separate two unequal parts.
Ex. (colon--unequal weights) My boyfriend had something for me: a present
Ex. (semi-colon---equal weights) I wondered why he assembled the swings like that; he put together pieces that didn't even fit.
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in most cases, semi-colons are not used with conjunctions like "and" "or" "but", but there is one situation where you can. In this situation, you use semi-colons to list things instead of commas(which can get confusing if you have too much)
EX. In the arch noah took Brandon, the bear; Gina, the giraffe; chester, the cheetah; and lina, the lemur.
-maddie isaacs
p.2
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6. Grammar Girl talks about the usage of semicolons. Semicolons and commas are quite alike, but semicolons separate clauses that are related to one another. Colons and semicolons almost have the same function, but colons are used to define or introduce something. They can also be used to join a main clause with a noun. When using semicolons you NEVER use coordinating conjunctions such as and, or, or but. Semicolons can also be used when there’s a conjunction adverb such as however, therefore, and indeed.
Example1: She didn’t want to attend dinner with her family; however, she was forced to be there.
Example 2: I couldn’t stand seeing my sister dirty my new shirt; nonetheless, I had agreed I would not complain.
Nelly: your two examples are good, but i noticed that you capitalized the letter after the semicolon which is incorrect.
- Mary G Per2
This week on Grammar Girl she talks about "Semi colons" The main thing of using semicolons is that they are used to separate things. In other words they separate two main clauses that are related to one another that are sentences that can stand on their own. If you are to use semicolons then the main clauses should be related to one another. A semicolon is used to replace a period is to draw attention between the two clauses.
A semicolon is different to a colon because a colon is to introduce something and a semicolon is meant to join things of equal weight. ANother thing is you never use a semicolon with an conjunction that is meant to be used with commas. Although you use a semicolon when you can use a conjunctive adverb to join two main clauses.
Ex. I want to study business; it is one of my choices to major in.
Ex. I bought a new jacket; It was cold.
These sentences are using a semicolon because they can be sentences on their own.
She is going to a party; therefore, she bought a new dress.
This is a sentence with a conjunctive adverb and also using a semicolon, even though the comma after the conjunctive adverb is optional.
Reasonable Rama,
You really do get to the concept and you provide enough details that shows that you understood and it makes us understand it better. I like your examples they are pretty simple but they get to the point of how to correctly use semicolons.Good Job.
--- Karina P.
joseph..
semi-colons don't separate a sentence into two sentences. That's a period's job, not a semicolon's. In fact a semi-colon serves as a comma and a period at the same time!
check your grammer dude!
In this week's exciting episode of Grammar Girl the infamous semicolon is discussed. Semicolons are used to separate two main clauses that are closely related to each other.
Ex: Urine began trickling out of Jimmy's pants; He had peed on himself.
Semicolons also have a second use which is to separate items in a list that additionally use a comma.
Ex: Lang, Deonte; Haberman, Rick; and Smiley, Joe-Nathan were the names called out by the substitute teacher.
To Rama:
Good job, pointing out FunkyFreshMeh's flaw and helping him/her out but you made a slight flaw in your sentence addressed to him. You typed "we" instead of "were" in your sentence. Next time proofread read your sentence just a tad bit more.
To Slonek24:
Your sentence about the board sounds awkward to me. I think "over" would be much more suitable. They could both be right but "done for" kinda sounds like slang to me.
My name is Deonte Lang and I approve this message.
*ahem* Kind of (correcting my previous sentence). How ironic was that sentence?
On this weeks gammar girl, she talks about semicolons. she explains how semicolons separate two main clauses that are related to each other, but could stand on their own as a single sentence. Also, you'd use a semicolon if you had a bunmch of choppy sentences that are closely related to draw attention to the relationship of the two clauses.
Some of the differences between colons and semicolons is that colons introduce or defines something. Second is that with semicolons you are joining things of equal weight as for colons its for equal or unequal weight.
Some of the differences between colons and semicolons is that colons introduce or defines something. Second is that with semicolons you are joining things of equal weight as for colons its for equal or unequal weight.
Grammar girl gives an important and easy tip to when use commas and when to use semicolons: commas are small punctuation with small 3 letter words such as and, or, and but; semicolons is a big punctuation with often more than a 3 letter words such as therefore, and indeed.
Also an important thing to remember is that when you have have a list of items with "first and last name, city, state; first and last name, city, state;...", the comma is separating each individual relating part, and the semicolon is separating the different contents or list.
EXAMPLE 1
I went to the beach today; Because it was very hot."
EXAMPLE 2
[colon] "I have three different cars: Volvo, Honda, and Nissan."
(here you would use a colon to separate your list from your sentence.)
[Semicolon] "I have three different cars that I love to drive; my favorite car to drive is the Volvo."
(here you have two relating sentences that could stand on their own, but isntead you can use a semicolon to join them.
EXAMPLE 3
"Michelle Couto, Los Angeles, California; Amanda Collins, Tampa, Florida; Jamie Schneider, New York, New York."
(here you have the "name, city, state; name, city, state;..." the name, city, and state are separated by commas because they are related to that one person, then followed by a semicolon to comtinue the list that is related all to together to one main thing.
Joseph, I thought your summary was small and straight to the point; but a little TOO simple and TOO much straight to the point. I think there was a lot of important content that you missed on your summary. Your examples were good though... understandable of the subject.
-Michelle Couto
This week's Grammar Girl was about "Semicolons" and how to apply them in your writing. Semicolons are used to separate 2 main clauses that are related to each other, and can stand all on their own as sentences. Semicolons are used "to draw attention to the relationship between the 2 clauses". The semicolon only joins sentences with equal weight meaning only clauses. Not like the colon that only has to join a word and a definition( not balanced). You NEVER use coordinating conjunction with semicolons only with commas. However, you can use conjunctive advers such as However,Therefore, and Indeed.
Ex. My aunt worked 10 hours consecutively; therefore, she was cranky the whole day.
Ex. My cousin got on my nerves and we argued; however, we are still there for each other.
This week my comment goes to Mary Garcia... I like your examples and they show you understanding. However, I feel like you could have showed an example with colons since you mentioned it. I think that you did a great job summarizing though. It's just that small detail that I think that you could include in your summary. =)
Jeffrey Lopez
Period 5
This weeks Grammar Girl talks to us about the proper ways and the rules of semicolons. She explains it to us in a simple manner that we can understand; they separate things. They commonly separate two main clauses that are almost the same and can both stand as single sentences. She then explains that the usage of semicolons are often used to provide your sentence structure with more variety, instead of using periods over and over again. You also cannot use coordinating conjunctions after using a semicolon. Another thing she goes over are colons and the difference between semicolons. Colons are used when the other main clause is a noun which is therefore able to be a sentence by its self.
Ex. The foot pursuit ended in the officer tackling the suspect; he was then charged with resisting arrest.
Ex. During my day at the beach i was stopped by the police; they tried to search me with no probable cause but luckily i had my 4th Amendment with me.
Response to zepshizzle:
I believe your last example is incorrect because by using a question mark it acts like a period therefore the sentence is done and a semicolon would not make sense.
In this podcast, Grammar Girl explained when and when not to use a semicolon. She explained that you use a semicolon when joining to equal sentences that can stand alone. You would use a colon for unequal sentences. She also explained that you use a semicolon to separate items when making a list of things, that needs commas. She also explained that you would use a semicolon when using a conjunctive adverb.
ex 1. It is really hot; I hope I don't get a bad tan.
ex 2. It was a great performance; therefore, everyone in the audience gave a standing ovation.
-Myshauna Alexander
Stephanie Calderon
per.2
This week grammar girl talks about semicolons and the proper way to use them. Semi colons separate two main clauses that can stand alone, but are combines because the ideas are closely related. The two main clauses must be related in order to use a semicolon. Semicolons are NOT colon because a colon is used to introduce ideas, or to combine a main clause and a noun.
Example:
It was warm outside; jennifer was sweating bullets.
This is anexample of the correct wayt o use a semicolon because it joins two similar ideas.
Example:
The students gathered, it was myself from Los Angeles, California; Abdi from Washington D.C., Virginia; and Robin from New Orleans, Louisiana.
response to Rama:
Rama I think your examples thoroughly showed that you comprehend the use of semicolons. Simlar to you I used an example of cities and how if semicolons werent present it would be a disarray of commas. And by th way I now discovered that we will be applying to many of the same universities =).And yay i responded to you!
Today's topic on Grammar Girl is Semicolons. Semicolons split up two sentences that can withstand on their own. She gives us samples of how semicolons are used. Something that she mentioned was never to use semicolons with coordinating conjuctions. Theirs a big difference between a colon and a semicolon. Semicolons split two sentences that can be on their own and a colon puts together a sentence.
Ex: I was feeling that cold breeze; I thought I was going to have a real bad cold.
I cut my hand with a knife; In which i agreed never to cut lemons with one hand ever again.
Roberto Cabezas Per.2
Joseph C.,
You seem like you understand some of the podcast. However, you could have elaborated a little bit more of when to use semicolons and when not to. Also, you may want to read over your posts before you post them.
-Myshauna Alexander
Semicolons are used to separate two main clauses that are related. Even though a period could be used to separate the two clauses, one may use a semicolon for variety in sentence structure. Also, one may use semicolons for a list that already has commas in it. One important thing about semicolons, however, is that they never go with coordinating conjunctions like and, or, and but (except for lists). Instead, they go with conjunctive adverbs like however, therefore, and indeed.
Ex. He turns up the heat; but he gets burned instead.
This can't have a semicolon since it has a coordinating conjunction and it's not a list.
He turns up the heat; he gets burned instead.
Ex. She used to live in Los Angeles, California, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Seattle, Washington.
This has too many commas and one doesn't know where one item begins or ends.
She used to live in Los Angeles, California; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Seattle, Washington.
-Sara L. per.2
This week's Grammar Girl was about semicolons. She clears up the confusion telling us that the main purpose of the semicolon is to separate two main clauses that are closely related to each other. But, are also capable of being on their own as sentences. Another purpose for a semicolon to lure in the reader by showing the relation between the two clauses.
Ex.
Today my throat was sore; so I went into the kitchen to get a cough drop.
I started looking at college applications; I hope to attend Pepperdine University! =P
Sarahalg.
I enjoyed your response on the topic; you showed that you understand the functions on semicolons. The examples you provided for us were great. :)
CARLOS HISQUIERSO
PERIOD 2
Carlos
It seems that you only talked about one reason to use semicolons. Other than that, your summary and examples are good.
-Sara L.
This week grammar girl talked about semicolons. Which can separate two main clauses that are closely related to eachother but could also stand on their own as a sentence. Its important to know that you never use semicolons with coordinating conjunctions such as and, or,and but when joining two main clauses. What you can do is use a conjunctive adverb to join two main clauses such as however, therefore,and indeed. She talkeed about colons and explained that they only introduce or define something and can only be used when joining a main clause with a noun.
Ex: I'm going to homecoming on saturday;however i still need to buy my ticket.
Ex: Natalie checked the time:it was 12 p.m.
Alejandra N.
per.5
Respond: Joseph your summary wasn't entirely correct periods separate two main clauses not semicolons. Also you might want to check ur example it has an error instead of"I also listening to Megadeth" it should be "I also listen to Megadeth."
Grammar Girl talks about the correct way on using Semicolons. They are used to seperate two main clauses but not just two different ones they have to relate to one another. She gives an explanation when to use a colon and a semicolon. A semicolon goes when using conjuctive adverbs and a colon is used when using a main clause with a noun. Grammar girl gives a tip that would help us remember when to use a comma instead of a semicolon. Of course you can't use a semicolon when using a coordinating conjuction such as and, or because. The tip is pretty easy just remember comma is small just like the coordination conjuction.
Ex: I ran three miles today;I was tired
Ex2:It was raining outside;I got soaked.
Reply to joseph
Your example is not correct instead of using ".I like to listen to Testament;I also listening to Megadeth " you should have put
I like yo listen to music; My favorite bands are Testament and Megadeth.
This week's topic on Grammar Girl shows that semicolons are important for showing variety in sentence structure and for joining separating two main clauses. However, the two main clauses would need a relationship with each other to have a semicolon; otherwise, a period could replace the semicolon. She also explains the differences between a colon and semicolon: a colon is more commonly used "to introduce or define something," but a semicolon is used to separate two independent clauses. Grammar Girl also says that a conjunctive verb, such as "however" or "indeed", can be used with a semicolon. She also differentiates between a comma and a semicolon: a comma is used with a coordinating conjunction; whereas, a semicolon can be used with conjunctive verbs alone or both with a coordinating conjunction when listing ideas.
Examples:
She entered through the doors of the mall; however, most of the stores were closed.
The man talked and breathed heavily during his speech; consequently, he was diagnosed with asthma.
Response to Sarahlg:
Your summary and examples both show you thoroughly understand the main topic and ideas, except that you might have a few very minor spelling errors from typing. Overall, you knew all of the important parts to using semicolons.
Today's topic for grammar girl was semi colons.
Now semi colons' job is to separate things and most of the time they separate two main clauses that are closely related to each other, but they can also stand on their own in a sentence.
An example for this is...
" I walked six miles for the AIDS walk; My feet got blisters in the end."
^^^
They both can stand alone in their own sentence if they wanted to.
A reason people sometimes use semi colons is because they want to draw attention to the relationship between the two clauses.
She also talked about how semi colons and colon's are different. You usually use a colon to a sentence when the second clause strongly relates to the first clause. For example...
"It smelled really bad: Helen farted."
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You use a semicolon to join things of equal weight, & you can use a colon to join things of equal or unequal weight.You can also use either a semicolon or a colon to join two main clauses, but you can only use a colon to join a main clause with a noun.
For example...
"Shannon ate only one thing: Pasta."
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You would not be able to use a semicolon in this sentence because the two parts are unequal.
An important thing that grammar girl wants us to remember is that you never use semicolons with coordinating conjunctions like...and,or,but when your joining two main clauses with a coordinating conjunction. Instead, you use a comma.
A good example for this is...
"It was midnight, and Alex couldn't decide if she wanted to knock out or not."
There is also one situation where you use semicolons with coordinating conjunctions & that's when your writing a list of items.
And finally she talks about how you use a conjunctive adverb to join two main clauses.
Conjunctive adverbs are words like...however, therefore, & indeed. They usually use cause and effect, sequence, contrasts, comparison, or other relationships. For example...
" There was lots of laundry; Therefore, my mom had to buy more laundry detergent."
I hope you guys understood well :)
Peace Out!
-Sandra Fernandez
My response is to Luis.
I think you should of used more examples of sentences using semicolons & just colons, to give the peers that are reading this a better understanding. Other than that, your summary was pretty dope. :]
See you at school Luis xoxo
Daniel Nadales
This time Grammar Girl talks about semicolons and how they are used. She says that semicolons are used to seperate two main clauses that are related and can stand on their own as sentences. She explains why semicolons are used instead of periods because semicolons add variety toward your sentence and does not make it sound choppy.
Examples:
1. People of the U.S. had to decide for new president; Barack Obama or John Mcaine.
2. I wanted to listen to jazz; although I didnt mind some rock.
Daniel Nadales
Response: ZepShizzle
I am really liking how you are using examples with music and instruments haha, because it helps me understand it a bit more better.
In episode 42 of Grammar Girl explains "Semicolons". A semicolon is a punctuation that is used to clauses that are related to each other but can stand on there own if you were to use a period instead. Reasons on why you would use a semicolon instead of a period or a colon would be if you want a lot of short sentiences, if you want to draw attention to a relationship between the two clauses, and if the two have about an equal weight.
Examples:
I'm going out with friends today; i haven't seen some of them in months.
I want to learn to play tenor saxophone; it's a good thing i can already read music.
In response to Cris Garcia P.2
Your first example could be wrong because the second clause could not be it's on independent sentence.
a way to fix it could be:
I couldn't decide which guitar to get, either the Jackson or the Kramer?
It would no longer be using a semi-colon, but it would sound better.
and your second examples was wrong since you used to punctuations marks between your clauses instead of just a semi-colon but this probably could have just been a typo.
-Ricardo Fernandez Period 2
The use of semi-colons, confuses many and may seem simple for others. The reason why many may think the use of semi-colons is confusing is because they may use a comma instead. Like in many other cases, Grammar Girl is here to help. She explains that you can use a semi-colon between two main clauses, but they have to be closely related. Another common mistake is the use of either the colon or semi-colon, but as long as you remember that colons can join clauses that are of equal or unequal weight and semi-colons only join clauses of equal weight, you'll be fine. Semi-colons should never be used along with coordinating conjunctions such as "and", "or", or "but". Although this may be true, there is an exception of using the semi-colns along with a coordinating conjunction and that is when you are writing a list of items in which commas just won't do the job. Usually you will see semi-colons being used alongside conjunctive adverbs such as "however", "therefore", etc. instead of coordinating conjunctions. This is all you have to remember about the proper use of semi-colons.
Ex.1 My first example is, "The rain has caused an inundation in Seattle; the people wondered if it would be as disatrous as Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans." Since the two main clauses are closely related, they can be split by a semi-colon.
Ex.2 My second example is, "Acting is a big part of her life; therefore we she will do anything to get the lead role in the next play." Here I used a conjunctive adverb to be able to split the clauses with a semi-colon.
Response: My response goes to Ricardo Fernandez. You captured some good points from this week's grammar girl and your examples are simple, but really good!
agh! i keep forgetting to put my name, but zacadisco93 is Fernando Serrano from per. 2
This weeks Grammar Girl explains the concept of semicolons. Basically she states that they seperate two main clauses that are related in a sentence, but can be used on their own. If you want to add variety to your sentence structures you should add a semicolon instead of a period. When you use semicolons you combine two equal things and when you use a colon you combine either equal or not equal things.
Examples-
1. Tod always gets academic fails in school; he never did his homework.
2. Stephanie always buys clothes from expensive clothing stores; her parents are rich and give stephanie money.
Response-
Alex Luviano your examples need to be better because none of your examples can be sentences on their own. To have a sentence you need to have a dependent clause and a dependent clause.
-Jesse Machorro
This week Grammar Girl was about semicolons.Semicolons are used to separate two main or independent clauses. For the semicolons to be used correctly both clauses need to be closely related or used along with conjunctive adverbs.
It is cold, I hope i not not get a cold
On today's topic grammer girl talks about semicolons. Semicolons separate two similar main clauses that could stand on their own as sentences. Two long sentences that are related to each other can be separate with a semicolon.
Example 1:
Its really hot outside; Danny is sweating.
You can also use a period to separate two main clauses.
Its really hot outside. Danny is sweating.
Example 2:
Its really hot outside; Danny doesn't like onions.
The sentence is wrong because those two main clauses don't relate to each other.
Example 3:
Rosemary likes tomatoes; and she doesn't like onions. (wrong)
Those two main clauses related to each other, but you never use semicolons with coordinating conjunctions.
Rosemary likes tomatoes, and she doesn't like onions. (comma)
Rosemary likes tomatoes. She doesn't like onions. (period)
Rosemary likes tomatoes; she doesn't like onions. (semicolon)
Hey justin,
You should write a longer summary. You also need more examples. good luck :)
I forgot to write my name.
Sandra Viramontes
Period 5
In episode 42, Grammar Girl is edifying about semicolons. A semicolon is used to connect independent clauses and indicating a closer relationship between the clauses than a period does. Grammar Girl states that you should use a semicolon instead of a period if you have a lot of short, choppy sentences in a row. In order to use a semicolon the main clauses should be closely related to each other. Also in this pod cast Grammar Girl states the difference between a colon and semicolon. She says that it is never ok to use a semi colon with coordinating conjunctions such as and, or, and but when you are joining two main clauses.
An example of a proper way of using a semicolon in a sentence is: I am going home; I intend to stay there.
Another example of a proper was of using a semicolon in a sentence is: It rained heavily during the afternoon; however, we managed to still have practice at the park.
To slonek24,
I think that your summary does not fully show if you comprehended the lesson Grammar Girl was relaying to you. Expand on your summary to show that you understand what the lesson was. Also your last example is incorrect. I think you meant to put a semicolon but put a quotation mark instead. This is a little constructive criticism that may be able to help you do your next Grammar Girl perfectly. Also I wish you good luck on future Grammar Girls. :)
-Tea’ Finley
On today’s topic Grammar Girl talks about “Semicolons”. When using semicolons you most likely will use them to separate two main clauses that are closely related to each other, but could stand alone as their own sentences if you wanted them to. When you decide to use a semicolon instead of a period is if you wanted to add variety to the structure of your sentence. Grammar Girl gave an example to do this when you feel that you several short sentences. The only catch to this is that when you use a semicolon, the main clauses should be closely related to each other and if you used a semicolon in replacement of a period you would use it to draw attention to the relationship between the two clauses.
Example 1. The vocabulary review test today was not as bad as I thought; it was a piece of cake.
Example 2. It began poring really hard; it was to hard focus on the rode to drive.
Vanessa Garcia
Period 2
I’m responding to Cris Garcias post. I was reading over you post and you really didn’t explain well. When I read through it, it seemed as if you just put a semicolon instead of a period because so. You didn’t mention the rule as to when you use a semicolon. It seemed as if you could just replace it for a period whenever you want.
Vanessa Garcia
Period 2
The Grammar Girl podcast entitled " semicolons" discussed the proper usage of semicolons in a sentence. Semicolons are used to separate two main clauses of equal weight. Semicolons create variety within your writing as it can sometimes be used instead of a period. They can also be used list items as well as before a conjunctive adverb.
Examples:
June is coming; Bill went to buy a new pair of shorts.
or
June is coming. Bill went to buy a new pair of short.
She broke her leg;therefore, she can not play basketball.
Basically our lovely Grammar Girl talked about semicolons. If you aren't sure what a semicolon is, it is pretty much ";". This symbol is commonly used to continue on with a sentence. She also semicolons for addressing locations.
ex
I want to buy a shirt; should I get a Fourstar shirt or an Active shirt?
I want go to "skate lab" in Semi Valley, California; it is a very fun place for skateboarders.
@rama
your response was very detailed. The awesome thing about your response is that it always gives me a better understanding or it reinforces what I know. I don't know what else to say, Im going to call you Grammar Boy haha
Reply to Justin:
Justin your example didn't really show a semicolon. and I thought a semicolon was used to separate two main clauses.
Michelle Vasquez
Period:2
Today on #42 grammar girl talks about Semicolons. Semicolons are used when you're separating two main clauses that are closely related to each other. yet They can stand on their own sentences only if you want them to. Other reasons why you may want to use a semicolon or when you have to many short sentences.
I have a question for Slonek 24. how come in one of your examples you said the board snapped" he knew his skating was done for. Don't was done?
Ex: Grades were due in two days; Lilly did all her work in one day.
Ex: Sense it was gonna be a hot day; Lea left her jacket home.
This weeks grammar girl talks about semicolons. Semicolons are used to separate two main clauses that are related. You can add semicolons when you want to add variety to your sentences. Semicolons join things of equal weight. Never use semicolons with coordinating conjunctions.
Examples:
1. The car has a large engine; this power is used to accelerate quickly.
2. We are unable to meet as planned; please accept our apologies.
3. They couldn't make it to the summit and back before dark; they decided to camp for the night.
Melissa Flores Per. 5
The topic chosen by Grammar Girl to discuss this week is semicolons. The main role of a semicolon is to separate main clauses that have some close connection. She tells us why we would want to use semicolons. She also tells us the difference between a colon, semicolon, and when to utilize them. Grammar girl says it's very important to remember that semicolons are never used with coordinating conjunctions only commas. The only instance you would do that is if your making a list. You can also use a semicolon when you use a conjunctive adverb to join two main clauses.
Example: The videogame was lost; Fred tried hard to find it.
Example: It barely missed the boy; The truck crashed trying to evade him.
Francisco Balderas Period 2
Response to Philip:
Hey philip i don't want to be mean but i need to correct someone and you're perfect. In your sentence "She also semicolons for addressing locations" i think you missed a word there like "used" huh? By the way your summary was extremely short just add a tiny bit more lol. Examples are NICE though!
In the episode 42 of Grammar Girl she spoke about semicolons. They separate two clauses that are closely related to each other but that could stand on their own as sentences. Another reason to use a semicolon instead of a period is if you want to draw attention to the relationship between the two clauses. Semicolon and a colon have differences because the colon is to introduce or define something. Another difference is when you use the colon to join things of equal or unequal weight.
ex. It was raining outside; john went to get his umbrella.
ex. Juan checked his weight; it was 120 pounds.
ex. Alisha misses her hometown: New York City.
lucy- um in your examples we are using semi colons and colons not periods. please check that you dont make that mistake. Therefore i can see you understand this method of using semicolons and colons.
This week’s Grammar Girl talked about semicolons. It explained in detail on when and how to use semicolons and colons appropriately. To start, semicolons are the ones that are used to separate two clauses, but only separate them if they are really and strongly related to each other and/or could stand on their own as separate sentences. Semicolons are often used instead of a period so the sentence can have more variety. Semicolons should not be used if the two clauses don’t relate to each other. It is important to remember that semicolons should not be used with coordinating conjunctions such as and, or, and but when you're joining two main clauses. A semicolon can also be used when using conjunctive adverbs to join two similar clauses. Colons on the other hand, are used to relate two clauses that are not closely related or have equal weight. They also are used to relate a main clause with a noun.
Example: An example where it would be appropriate to use a semicolon would be this: I won an excellence award; I went out with my friends to celebrate.
Example: I bought a new shirt; and I liked it. In this sentence the semicolon isn’t used appropriately, the semicolon is used to join the clauses but there is a coordinating conjunction and.
Response to Alejandro: Your whole summary of the episode was great and easy to follow. You explained it well and it clearly showed that you paid attention and actually heard the podcast. As for your examples, the last one didn’t seem right. The example is very short and there is only one clause, not two. So in order to use a semicolon u always need two.
Emilio Ruiz
On today's podcast Grammar Girl speaks up of Semicolons. The first main thing she spoke about is that semi colons seperate things and they are mainly closely related to eachother. Mainly reason why people will choose to use a semi colon is to have more variety in their sentence structure. People may not know that their is a difference between a semicolon and a colon, the difference is that colons are used to define things or to joing things of equal or unequal weight. Semi colons are not to be used with coordination conjuctions such as and, or, and but when you're joining two main clauses. Their is one situationm when you can use semicolons with a coordinationg conjunction and that's when you are writing a list of items and commas just don't do the job of separating them all.
Examples:It was the best of times; it was the worst of times.
Examples: I love music; however, I haven’t sung in years.
Response to Whisperinthewind0104. Both of out posts are the same. I think we got a good understanding on what Grammar girl was stating. We highlighted all the main things of the post and i think we did a very well job. Good Job!
On today's podcast Grammar Girl speaks up of Semicolons. The first main thing she spoke about is that semi colons seperate things and they are mainly closely related to eachother. Mainly reason why people will choose to use a semi colon is to have more variety in their sentence structure. People may not know that their is a difference between a semicolon and a colon, the difference is that colons are used to define things or to joing things of equal or unequal weight. Semi colons are not to be used with coordination conjuctions such as and, or, and but when you're joining two main clauses. Their is one situationm when you can use semicolons with a coordinationg conjunction and that's when you are writing a list of items and commas just don't do the job of separating them all.
Examples:It was the best of times; it was the worst of times.
Examples: I love music; however, I haven’t sung in years.
Response to Whisperinthewind0104. Both of out posts are the same. I think we got a good understanding on what Grammar girl was stating. We highlighted all the main things of the post and i think we did a very well job. Good Job!
grammar girl 6.42 talks about semicolons.the most important role for a semicolon is to separate words that commonly relate to one another .
reason for use of semicolon is to add more specific info.
A semicolon and a colon are commonly missed use because colons can be only use when joining things of equal or unequal weight,EX:Omar only thinks of one thing: scoring goals
and a semicolon is to only be used when putting things of equal weight EX Twelve workers started the project; only five remain.
Sean Melendez
In this weeks grammar girl "Apostrophes", i learned that If the words are possessive, we need an apostrophe, but if they're adjectives, we don't need an apostrophe.
1.ex-Trevor Benjamin received his high school certificate at the graduation.
certificate is an (adj)so its singular
2.ex- Albert son's market has the best chcken
All graded - no more posting here. Thanks.
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