Question

Choose the sentence that is correctly punctuated.

A.
During shark attacks along the Jersey Shore in July 1916​; four people were​ killed, and an additional person was injured.
B.
During shark attacks along the Jersey Shore in July 1916​; four people were killed and an additional person was injured.
C.
During shark attacks​, along the Jersey Shore in July 1916​; four people were​ killed, and an additional person was injured.
D.
During shark attacks along the Jersey Shore in July​ 1916, four people were​ killed, and an additional person was injured.

Answer 1

D: "During shark attacks​, along the Jersey Shore in July 1916​; four people were​ killed, and an additional person was injured. "

Step-by-step explanation:

Semicolons never make sense in these types on sentences, and D is the only option without one.

Answer 2

The answer is option B.

During shark attacks along the Jersey Shore in July 1916​; four people were killed and an additional person was injured.

Explanation: Because there is no need to use a comma when a conjunction is used.