Question

When is it appropriate to use a semicolon?

Answer 1

to join two related independent clauses in place of a comma and a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet).

Example:

Kimmy likes eggs;Kayla does not

Im going to bed;It's late

Answer 2

Use a semicolon to join two related independent clauses in place of a comma and a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet). Make sure when you use the semicolon that the connection between the two independent clauses is clear without the coordinating conjunction.

Step-by-step explanation: