Semi colon

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Expected learning outcomes

Learners will be able to :

identify and recall different marks of punctuation.

Recall the usage of semi colon and use them aptly in a sentence

Apply the rules of colon and semicolon to punctuate sentences and passages aptly.

When do we use a full stop and a capital letter in a sentence?

When do we use an exclamation mark and an apostrophe in a sentence?

When do we use a semicolon in a sentence?

The most common use of the semicolon is to join two  clauses without using a conjunction like and.

Rule 1. A semicolon can replace a fullstop if the writer wishes to narrow the gap between two closely linked sentences.

Examples:

Call me tomorrow; you can give me an answer then.

We have paid our dues; we expect all the privileges listed in the contract.

Rule 2. Use a semicolon before such words and terms as  

that is, i.e; for example, e.g; for instance; etc; when they introduce a complete sentence.

Example: Bring any two items; however, sleeping bags and tents are in short supply.

From which key on keyboard, can we make a semicolon mark. Try to type one semicolon.

Punctuate the sentence using semicolon.
It is raining outside I will bring my umbrella.

Punctuate the sentence using semicolon.
We will play carrom tomorrow we will then go out to the park.

Punctuate the sentence using semicolon.
The Arabian Sea is big the Indian Ocean is even bigger.

Colons (:) are used in sentences to show that something is following, like a quotation, example, or list.

 

Semicolons (;) are used to join two independent clauses, or two complete thoughts that could stand alone as complete sentences.

Choose whether to use a colon or a semicolon in this sentence!

My favorite colors are ______ green, red, and blue.

1. 
2. 

Choose whether to use a colon or a semicolon in this sentence!

You asked for forgiveness__ he granted it to you.

1. 
2. 

Choose whether to use a colon or a semicolon in this sentence!

Don't forget to eat __ they say it's the most important meal of the day.

1. 
2. 

Choose whether to use a colon or a semicolon in this sentence!

She has three dogs __ German Shepherd ,Bull dog, Labrador.

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2. 

Homework

Complete page Number 50(11 D) in companion  book.

Now ,I can
identify and recall different marks of punctuation.
Recall the usage of semi colon and use them aptly in a sentence
Apply the rules of colon and semicolon to punctuate sentences and passages aptly.

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