Question

Which of the following statements about semicolons is false? A semicolon introduces a quotation A semicolon can be used to join two related independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction. Two independent clauses can be joined by a semicolon and a conjunctive adverb. Two independent clauses can be joined by a semicolon and a transitional expression.

Answer 1

A. A semicolon introduces a quotation

Step-by-step explanation:

While options B, C, D are true, option A is false because semicolons are not used to introduce quotations nor any other construction like sentence or phrases. To introduce quotations, instead, we may use commas (after a verb like “say,” “ask,” “exclaim,” “note” or “write”), colons (usually when a formal introduction is required, and after a complete thought) or we may introduce them without any type of punctuation.

Answer 2

I would say your answer is A. Semicolons do not introduce quotations.