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Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

(Remember, a semicolon joins
complete sentences.)

A. This element of uncertainty; lent an interest to the
occasion it could not otherwise have attained.

B. She raised her hand; and made a slight, quick movement
toward the right.

C. The question was asked in a flash; it must be answered
in another.

User CaseyB
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Answer:

C

Step-by-step explanation:

They are 2 complete sentences

User Brian Genisio
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Answer:

C. The question was asked in a flash; it must be answered in another.

Step-by-step explanation:

Only with option C does a semicolon join two complete sentences.

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