Application of Skills Directions:
Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 25 to answer the following questions.
Which of the following sentences uses the semicolon and colon correctly?
A) My average is not as high as I would like it to be; therefore, I'm taking a study skills class to see how I might improve.
B) My average is not as high as I would like it to be: therefore, I'm taking a study skills class to see how I might improve.
C) My average is not as high as I would like it to be; therefore; I'm taking a study skills class to see how I might improve.
D) My average is not as high as I would like it to be: therefore; I'm taking a study skills class to see how I might improve.

Question

Application of Skills Directions:
Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 25 to answer the following questions.
Which of the following sentences uses the semicolon and colon correctly?
A) My average is not as high as I would like it to be; therefore, I'm taking a study skills class to see how I might improve.
B) My average is not as high as I would like it to be: therefore, I'm taking a study skills class to see how I might improve.
C) My average is not as high as I would like it to be; therefore; I'm taking a study skills class to see how I might improve.
D) My average is not as high as I would like it to be: therefore; I'm taking a study skills class to see how I might improve.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The semicolon is used correctly to join two independent clauses, and the colon is used correctly to introduce an explanation or clarification in the second clause. Choice B is incorrect because a colon should not be used after a coordinating conjunction like "therefore." Choice C is incorrect because a semicolon and a colon should not be used together in the same sentence. Choice D is incorrect for the same reason as choice B.