Grade
10
NAME
Lesson 10.14.2
pp. 259–260
Semicolons
Exercise 1 Editing with Semicolons
Some of the following sentences need one or more semicolons. On the blank, write the
word before the semicolon, and add the semicolon after it. If a sentence is correct as
written, write C on the line.
Use a semicolon
before a
conjunctive adverb
that appears
between two
independent
clauses. Use a
comma after the
conjunctive adverb.
Example: I run;
therefore, I am.
Common
Conjunctive
Adverbs
accordingly
also
triathlon;
exampleS I’m training for a triathlon it takes place next week. ___________
C
I’m a strong runner, but I’m worried about swimming. ___________
1. Fitness and long-distance running became popular in the 1970s consequently, the
triathlon started in 1974. ___________
2. Triathlons can vary in length Olympic triathlons take about two hours. ___________
3. Some of the places associated with triathlons are San Diego, California Hawaii and
Avignon, France. ___________
4. Former U.S. Navy officer John Collins started the Hawaiian Ironman, and that intense
race made the triathlon famous. ___________
5. The Hawaiian Ironman is challenging accordingly, athletes train hard for its 2.4-mile
swim, 112-mile bicycle ride, and 26.2-mile run. ___________
besides
however
meanwhile
nevertheless
otherwise
still
then
therefore
Exercise 2Combining Clauses Using Semicolons
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consequently
Use a semicolon to combine each pair of independent clauses in a compound sentence.
Use a conjunctive adverb or a transitional expression after the semicolon in at least three
sentences.
1. “Sprint” triathlons are shorter triathlons. They still include a swim, a bike ride, and
a run.
2. I am training for my first triathlon. It is a “sprint” triathlon.
3. The swim will be my weakest race. I’m glad it’s first so I can get it over with.
4. I am strongest at running. I run several 5K races and a half-marathon each summer.
5. I think I’ll do well during the bike race. I am afraid of crashing into another biker
during the race!
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