Question

Choose the sentences that correctly use semicolons to separate items in a series that contains commas. Select all that apply.

Kailee had job offers from a management firm in Wichita, Kansas, from an investment bank in Tampa, Florida, and from a software company in
Denver, Colorado.
December is a month with many holidays: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, celebrated by those of the Christian faith; Hanukkah, celebrated by
those of the Jewish faith, and New Year's Eve, celebrated by many throughout the world.
Matthew had to decide which car to buy: the Honda; a practical choice with a low price tag: the Tesla; a flashier, but environmentally friendly, option:
or an F-150; which would be great for camping trips.
Her grandmother cooked bacon, eggs, and grits on Monday; sausage, biscuits, and gravy on Tuesday, and pancakes, fried ham, and coffee cake on
Wednesday.
Jeff bought fragrant, ripe pears; tiny, tart oranges; and plump, red raspberries from the market.

Answer 1

Answer: The sentences that correctly use semicolons to separate items in a series that contains commas are:

1. Kailee had job offers from a management firm in Wichita, Kansas; from an investment bank in Tampa, Florida; and from a software company in Denver, Colorado.

2. December is a month with many holidays: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, celebrated by those of the Christian faith; Hanukkah, celebrated by those of the Jewish faith; and New Year's Eve, celebrated by many throughout the world.

3. Her grandmother cooked bacon, eggs, and grits on Monday; sausage, biscuits, and gravy on Tuesday; and pancakes, fried ham, and coffee cake on Wednesday.

4. Jeff bought fragrant, ripe pears; tiny, tart oranges; and plump, red raspberries from the market.

These sentences use semicolons to separate the items in the series, while commas are used within each item.