📝 Multiple Choice Question
General-english
Identify the correct use of a semicolon between independent clauses linked by a coordinating conjunction.
A
We invited everyone in the office; but only a few people, including the boss, showed up.
B
We invited everyone in the office, but only a few people including the boss, showed up.
C
We invited everyone in the office; but, only a few people, including the boss, showed up.
D
We invited everyone in the office; but only a few people including the boss showed up.
Explanation
If the clauses themselves contain commas, a semicolon can be used before a coordinating conjunction to clarify the break.
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