📝 Multiple Choice Question
General-english
Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon to separate clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction due to internal commas?
A
I bought apples, oranges, and bananas, but, I forgot the grapes.
B
I bought apples, oranges, and bananas; but I forgot the grapes.
C
I bought apples, oranges, and bananas, but I forgot the grapes.
D
I bought apples, oranges; and bananas but I forgot the grapes.
Explanation
If the clauses of a compound sentence are long and contain internal commas, a semicolon can precede the coordinating conjunction to clarify the main break.
Report Issue
Discussion (0 Comments)
Leave a Comment
No comments yet. Be the first to comment!
📌 Related Questions
Which sentence uses the Oxford comma correctly?...
Solve →Which sentence correctly places punctuation with 'etc.'?...
Solve →Which sentence correctly uses 'whose' or 'who's'?...
Solve →Select the sentence with the correct comma usage in a city-state forma...
Solve →Which sentence correctly punctuates the abbreviation 'Ph.D.' at the en...
Solve →