Question

question 4
choose the option that shows the correct semicolon and comma usage.
○ youll need to turn left on cedar; its the third house on the right.
○ youll need to turn left on cedar, its the third house on the right.
○ youll need to turn left; on cedar, its the third house on the right.
○ youll need to turn left on cedar, its the third house on the right.

Explanation:

To determine correct semicolon/comma usage, we analyze each option:

• A semicolon is used to separate two independent clauses (complete thoughts) that are related. A comma alone cannot separate two independent clauses (this is a comma splice).
• Option 1: "You'll need to turn left on Cedar" (independent clause) and "it's the third house on the right" (independent clause) are separated by a semicolon, which is correct.
• Option 2: Uses a comma between two independent clauses (comma splice), incorrect.
• Option 3: The semicolon is misplaced; "You'll need to turn left" and "on Cedar, it's the third house on the right" are not both independent clauses in a logical way, incorrect.
• Option 4: Same as Option 2, comma splice, incorrect.

Answer:

A. You'll need to turn left on Cedar; it's the third house on the right.