Transcript Punctuation Formulas

Punctuation
Formulas
S;S
A
complete sentence can be connected
to another complete sentence through
the use of a semicolon.
 Sentence;
sentence.
 Example
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We went to the beach; we used sunscreen.
It is raining outside; our picnic is cancelled.
I am very tired; I need a nap.
S, conj S
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A complete sentence can be joined with another
complete sentence using a comma and a
conjunction.
Conjunctions
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and, but, for, or, nor, yet, so
 Sentence, conjunction sentence.
 Examples
 We are going to the park, and we will have a
picnic.
 I am feeling better, but I still must rest.
 I will go to the movies, or I will go swimming.
LB, S
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A Left branch clause can be connected to a
complete sentence by using a comma.
 Left
Branch, Sentence.
 Examples
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Since it is could outside, Sally put on a sweater
Even though he is hungry, he does not want to
have a snack.
Although it is raining, we re still going out to play.
A, B, conj C
 Multiple
verbs can be part of a sentence
by using commas and a conjunction to
punctuate correctly.
 A,
B, conjunction C.
 Examples
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We ran, jumped, and hopped to school
Jim Loves to bike, swim, or read for
enjoyment.
A, B, C Noun
 Multiple
adjectives can be used to
describe nouns using a comma.
 A,
B, C noun
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I want to wear a colorful, soft, comfortable
outfit.
She is an adorable, sweet cuddly baby
Please do not be a mean, inconsiderate,
selfish person..
S; sc, S
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Two complete sentences can be combined by using a
semicolon and a sentence connector correctly.
Sentence connectors include:
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Therefore (for this reason); Nevertheless (in spite of that; or
even); Moreover (besides; further; in addition to what has been
said); Hence (as a result); Indeed (truly); However ([but] in spite
of that); Consequently (as a result); On the other hand (looking
at the other side).
Sentence; sentence connector, sentence.
Examples
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We will always keep in touch with our friends; moreover we will
remember our high school years the most.
It is snowing outside; nevertheless, we will still be able to travel.
He did poorly in school this year; thus, he will have to go to
summer school.
Cor S, Cor S
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Sentences can be connected using correlatives
Correlatives include:
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Either…or; Neither…nor; Not only… but (also)
Correlative sentence, correlative sentence.
Examples
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Not only is she a good singer, but she also can
dance like a professional.
Either Susan will find the perfect dress for the prom,
or she won’t and will have to settle for something
less than perfect.