Question

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of the semicolon?

A)There have been many accidents during airshows for example; last year the wind toppled a tent and equipment on top of bystanders.
B) There have been many accidents during airshows; for example, last year the wind toppled a tent and equipment on top of bystanders.
C) There have been many accidents during airshows for example, last year; the wind toppled a tent and equipment on top of bystanders.
D) There have been many accidents; during airshows for example, last year the wind toppled a tent and equipment on top of bystanders.

Answer 1

The answer is B

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

A semicolon can be placed where a comma can be placed. My trick is to use this rule; replace the semicolon with a comma.

This leads me to:

B) There have been many accidents during airshows, for example, last year the wind toppled a tent and equipment on top of bystanders.

Let me know if you spot any errors or if this works out :)