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Which punctuation mark is correctly used to combine two independent clauses that are closely related in meaning?
A semicolon is used to connect two independent clauses that are related in thought but are not joined by a coordinating conjunction.
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Question: Which punctuation mark is correctly used to combine two independent clauses that are closely related in meaning?
Answer options: ✅ Semicolon (;)
- Comma (,)
- Dash (—)
- Colon (:)
Correct answer: Semicolon (;)
Explanation: A semicolon is used to connect two independent clauses that are related in thought but are not joined by a coordinating conjunction.
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