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Using Semicolons and Commas Answers

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Which sentence requires a comma between the adjectives?

A
The tallest living sunflower ever recorded was over 30 feet high.
B
Large heavy sunflowers may not rotate to face the sun throughout the day.
C
Sunflower petals can range in color from rust to brown to pale yellow.
D
Sunflowers are a popular crop in the midwestern American states.
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Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

A
NASA is planning to send astronauts to the moon; but it will take several years to accomplish.
B
Because NASA wanted to run tests before sending people; one rocket has already circled the moon and returned to Earth.
C
The next big step in the moon mission is to send a crew of four astronauts to the moon; the mission will take about 10 days.
D
If the moon mission is successful; NASA hopes to send astronauts to Mars in the future.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

A
There were plenty of interesting, exciting things to see at the park.
B
A scurrying squirrel ran away from a cute, brown puppy by the trees.
C
A group of students flew different kinds of huge, purple kites over the field.
D
There were children climbing the old, metal monkey bars in the playground.
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

A
Our school's debate team has made it; all the way to the finals this year.
B
Because the competition is taking place at our school, everyone is excited.
C
The school hallways will stay decorated, until the competition is over.
D
The whole school is ready to cheer our team on; when they compete.
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Which sentence is correctly punctuated?

A
The sunflower is a bright, yellow flower native to the Americas.
B
Sunflower seeds are a tasty popular snack around the world.
C
Sweet yellow oil is pressed from the seeds and often used in cooking.
D
Thick hairy stems hold sunflowers steady as they grow up to 15 feet tall.
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Which sentence is correctly punctuated?

A
The first, perfect fall day took our breath away.
B
The cool, Canadian air blew in from the north.
C
The soft puffy clouds floated slowly overhead.
D
The beautiful yellow leaves drifted slowly to the ground.
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Which sentence uses a comma correctly?

A
Guitars have been played for hundreds of years, and have changed over time.
B
The early guitar had only four strings, modern guitars usually have six.
C
Modern guitars can be acoustic, or they can be electric.
D
Electric guitars were made of wood, before being made of other materials like carbon fiber.
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Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly?

A
Alabaster Caverns State Park is located in Oklahoma; it is near the northern border of the state.
B
The park has the largest alabaster cave; that is open to the public.
C
Alabaster is a form of gypsum; a type of soft mineral that is used for things like plaster and chalk.
D
The park features caving activities; but it also offers a range of other activities.
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Which sentence requires a comma between the adjectives?

A
The old gray house sat forlornly next to the scraggly lawn.
B
The weathered cracked door hung crookedly from its hinges.
C
Two broken windows had birds flying in and out of them.
D
Small young chipmunks peeked out between the stone steps.
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Which sentence uses a comma correctly?

A
The pyramids in Egypt are a popular attraction, that many visit each year.
B
Most of the pyramids are grouped together, and are west of the Nile River.
C
One of the most famous pyramids in the group, is called the Pyramid of Giza.
D
The Pyramid of Giza was built thousands of years ago, yet it remains intact.
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Read the sentence.We try to avoid ______ marketplaces when traveling.Which set of adjectives correctly completes the sentence?

A
new, local
B
large supersized
C
dense, packed
D
busy crowded
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Which sentence is punctuated correctly?

A
Auditions for the spring musical take place, after school ends today.
B
I have been preparing all week; I feel nervous but ready for the audition.
C
We needed to learn a song; and we needed to memorize a speech.
D
I think I will do well unless, I get nervous and forget all my lines.
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Which sentence uses a comma correctly?

A
If recent research proves correct, people may be able to grow rice on Mars.
B
Scientists have been hoping to grow food since, they decided to go to Mars.
C
Rice is an excellent crop to grow because, it is healthy and easy to prepare.
D
Scientists will continue doing research, and hope to achieve great results.
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Which sentence requires a comma between adjectives?

A
We were thrilled when the new season of the exciting action-packed show arrived.
B
We decided to wear solid black outfits to match the lead character.
C
We met at my house to watch the show because I have three comfortable couches.
D
We had an excellent time watching the extended first episode together.

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