1. October – Grammar Bellwork
Semicolon Rules:
1. separates two complete sentences:
My dad is the football coach; we get free tickets all the time!
2. before however, furthermore, meanwhile, for example (etc.)
I bet you thought you wouldn't have to learn another semicolon rule; however, you were wrong.

2. October – Grammar Bellwork
Semicolon Rules:
3. use between clauses or phrases that contain a lot of commas
Wesley likes books about baseball, biplanes, and bagels; Thomas likes books about antique cars, blimps, and rare fish; and Ruth likes books about racehorses, dolls, and military jets.

3. Rewrite these sentences using a semicolon correctly.
I can't eat strawberries. They give me a rash.
The nurse will see you now. The doctor will see you later.
He studied hard. Therefore, he earns excellent grades.
I love grilled cheese. I think it may rain today.
I am angry about the changes. I will, nevertheless, try to follow the new rules.

4. Rewrite these sentences using a semicolon correctly.
I am hot. I am wearing a sweater and a jacket.
The president was very popular. He easily won the election.
I cannot buy a new car. I do not have money.
Exercising helps to keep you healthy and fit proper nutrition is also important.
Red is my favorite color. For example, I'm wearing this bright red J.Crew shirt.
Memorize your speech you won't need your cheat notes.

5. Rewrite these sentences using a semicolon correctly.
I really like beef, with mushroom sauce, pasta with Alfredo sauce, and salad, with French dressing.
I had a huge meal however I am already hungry again.
We had students from Lima, Peru, Santiago, Chile, and Caracas, Venezuela.
We had too many fumbles we lost the game.
She didn't see the other car coming now her car has a huge dent.

6. Write whether the sentence is correct or incorrect.
I know you don't like broccoli, nevertheless, it is very good for you.
Michelle drives a Jaguar; Sonya drives a Porshe.
She calls it the bathroom; I call it the loo.
There is mounting evidence of global warming; of course, some people will never believe it.
She had self-defense training. Consequently, she warded off the assailant.