Asked by Haiqa Mughal on Sep 26, 2024
In each of the following sets, select the sentence that uses the correct coordinating or subordinating conjunction and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence uses the correct coordinating or subordinating conjunction and is punctuated correctly?
A) Rahul lives in Seattle and he has worked as an administrative assistant for Microsoft for two years.
B) Rahul lives in Seattle, and he has worked as an administrative assistant for Microsoft, for two years.
C) Rahul lives in Seattle; and he has worked as an administrative assistant for Microsoft for two years.
Administrative Assistant
A professional responsible for managing office tasks and supporting executives or staff.
Coordinating Conjunction
A coordinating conjunction is a word used in grammar to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are equally important or similar in structure.
Punctuated Correctly
Ensuring text follows standard rules of punctuation for clarity, readability, and correctness in written communication.
- Identify and implement appropriate linking words, including conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs, to join simple sentences in a correct manner.
- Gain proficiency in employing the proper punctuation for conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs in compound and complex sentences.
- Compare and contrast coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and conjunctive adverbs.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and implement appropriate linking words, including conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs, to join simple sentences in a correct manner.
- Gain proficiency in employing the proper punctuation for conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs in compound and complex sentences.
- Compare and contrast coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and conjunctive adverbs.