Asked by ALLISSA BUCHANAN on Sep 26, 2024
In each set below, choose the sentence that uses the correct coordinating or subordinating conjunction and that is punctuated correctly. Then select the letter of the correct answer. Which sentence uses the correct coordinating or subordinating conjunction and is correctly punctuated?
A) Harry worked for Du Pont for fifteen years, then he got a job with the Apple Corporation.
B) Harry worked for Du Pont for fifteen years and, then he got a job with the Apple Corporation.
C) Harry worked for Du Pont for fifteen years, and then he got a job with the Apple Corporation.
Du Pont
An American conglomerate founded in 1802, known historically for its development and manufacturing of chemicals and products related to agriculture, electronics, industrial biosciences, and performance materials.
Coordinating Conjunction
A word used to connect clauses or sentences of equal rank, such as "and," "but," or "or."
Punctuated Correctly
The accurate use of punctuation marks in writing to clarify the meaning of texts.
- Discern and use fitting connecting phrases, namely conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs, to accurately connect simple sentences.
- Learn to apply accurate punctuation in situations involving conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs in both compound and complex sentences.
- Discern between the uses of coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and conjunctive adverbs.
Learning Objectives
- Discern and use fitting connecting phrases, namely conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs, to accurately connect simple sentences.
- Learn to apply accurate punctuation in situations involving conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs in both compound and complex sentences.
- Discern between the uses of coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and conjunctive adverbs.