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Independent Clauses and Punctuation Quiz

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What are the independent clauses in the given sentence?

Lance was late for work his manager was annoyed at him.

Lance was late for work, his manager was annoyed at him.

Lance was late for work; his manager was annoyed at him. (correct)

Lance was late for work and his manager was annoyed at him.

How should the sentence be correctly punctuated?

Lance was late for work, and his manager was annoyed at him.

Lance was late for work and his manager was annoyed at him.

Lance was late for work his manager was annoyed at him.

Lance was late for work; his manager was annoyed at him. (correct)

Which option correctly punctuates the independent clauses and conveys the intended meaning?

Lance was late for work, his manager was annoyed at him.

Lance was late for work his manager was annoyed at him.

Lance was late for work; his manager was annoyed at him. (correct)

Lance was late for work and his manager was annoyed at him.

Which option correctly punctuates the independent clauses and conveys the intended meaning?

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How should the sentence be correctly punctuated?

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What are the independent clauses in the given sentence?

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Study Notes

Independent Clauses

Independent clauses are groups of words with a subject and a verb that express a complete thought and can stand alone as sentences.
Identifying independent clauses aids in understanding sentence structure and enhancing writing clarity.

Sentence Punctuation

Correct punctuation is essential to ensure the meaning of sentences is clear and the flow is logical.
Various punctuation marks can separate independent clauses, including commas, semicolons, and conjunctions.

Correct Options for Punctuation

Choosing the right punctuation option is crucial in conveying the intended meaning.
Options may include varying placements of commas or semicolons to determine how independent clauses relate to each other.

Importance of Clarity in Writing

Properly punctuated independent clauses can prevent ambiguity and misinterpretation.
Assessing punctuation options helps refine writing style and ensures the message is effectively communicated.

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Identify independent clauses and practice proper punctuation in this quiz. Test your skills by underlining the independent clauses and punctuating the given sentences correctly.