Free. Exclusive. Just for you.
Four unique services that make learning easier, faster, and smarter - only on our website.

Example of joining two independent clauses using a semicolon instead of a comma and coordinating conjunction.

A yellow slide from GrammarFlip showing the rule for joining two independent clauses, with the sentence "Mindy was hungry, so she went to lunch" and its corrected version "Mindy was hungry; she went to lunch."

A yellow slide from GrammarFlip showing the rule for joining two independent clauses, with the sentence "Mindy was hungry, so she went to lunch" and its corrected version "Mindy was hungry; she went to lunch."

JPG 1280×720 82.2 KB Free · Personal Use
Quality Assured by Worksheets Library Team
Reviewed for educational accuracy and age-appropriateness
ID: #1060732
Print Download

How to use

Click Print to open a print-ready version directly in your browser, or use Download to save the file to your device. The ⭐ Answer button generates an AI answer key instantly - useful for teachers who need a quick reference. Need a different version? Our AI Worksheet Generator lets you create a custom worksheet on any topic in seconds.

(view all semicolon examples)

How to use a COLON and SEMICOLON | Learn with Examples
Semicolons: A Quick Guide How to Use a Semicolon | Grammarly
Semicolon vs Comma: Which One Should You Use? Lets Settle This ...
The Semicolon: How to Use Them Correctly (Examples) | GrammarBrain
Semicolon (;) When to Use a Semicolon in English • 7ESL
Examples of Colons and Semicolons in Sentences | YourDictionary
Whats a Semicolon? + When to Use It (with Examples)
What is a semicolon? — Definition, Uses, & Examples
Know How To Use A Semicolon - Expert Guide
When and How To Use a Semicolon ( ; ) | YourDictionary