Worksheet 1: Introduction to Semicolons
Practice the fundamental rules for using semicolons to connect related ideas. Click below to print or save as a PDF.
Worksheet 1: Introduction to Semicolons
Name: _________________________ Date: _________________________
1. Is the Semicolon Correct?
Read each sentence and decide if the semicolon is used correctly. Write "Correct" or "Incorrect" on the line.
1. She loves to read; her brother loves to play video games. __________________
2. I have a big test tomorrow; so I need to study all night. __________________
3. The sun was setting; the sky turned a beautiful shade of pink. __________________
4. He was very tired; however, he finished the race. __________________
5. We need to buy; apples, bananas, and oranges. __________________
2. I have a big test tomorrow; so I need to study all night. __________________
3. The sun was setting; the sky turned a beautiful shade of pink. __________________
4. He was very tired; however, he finished the race. __________________
5. We need to buy; apples, bananas, and oranges. __________________
2. Combining Sentences
Combine the two related sentences into one sentence using a semicolon.
Original: The concert was sold out. We couldn't get tickets.
Corrected:
Original: He is an expert in his field. He has been studying it for twenty years.
Corrected:
Original: The storm raged outside. We were safe and warm inside.
Corrected:
3. Sentence Writing
Write your own sentence that correctly uses a semicolon to connect two related independent clauses.