Advanced Punctuation for Clarity

Question 1

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a semicolon to link two related ideas without adding a conjunction.

Accepted Answer

Lena finished her homework early; she could now play video games.

Answer

Lena finished her homework early, she could now play video games.

Answer

Lena finished her homework early; and she could now play video games.

Answer

Lena finished her homework early, and she could now play video games.

Question 2

Which sentence correctly uses commas to set off a nonrestrictive clause?

Accepted Answer

My older brother, who lives in Canada, is visiting us next week.

Answer

My older brother who lives in Canada, is visiting us next week.

Answer

My older brother who lives in Canada is visiting us next week.

Answer

My older brother, who lives in Canada is visiting us next week.

Question 3

Which sentence correctly sets off the nonrestrictive clause with commas?

Accepted Answer

My brother, who lives in Canada, is visiting us next week.

Answer

My brother who lives in Canada is visiting us next week.

Answer

My brother who, lives in Canada, is visiting us next week.

Answer

My brother, who lives in Canada is visiting us next week.

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