In which one of the following sentences is the semicolon used correctly?

A. Jacob, who plays in the orchestra; has a solo in the concert.

B. Donald has three sisters; Carla, Donna, and Maggie.

C. Cheryl's favorite snack is chocolate; she could eat it daily.

D. Whenever I feel afraid; I think of Aunt Margaret.

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Davion Perry

14 September, 12:28

In which one of the following sentences is the semicolon used correctly?

A. Jacob, who plays in the orchestra; has a solo in the concert.

B. Donald has three sisters; Carla, Donna, and Maggie.

C. Cheryl's favorite snack is chocolate; she could eat it daily.

D. Whenever I feel afraid; I think of Aunt Margaret.

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The correct use of a semicolon is C: Cheryl's favorite snack is chocolate; she could eat it daily. A semicolon is often used to separate two related independent clauses. You can test this by removing the semicolon and adding a period. Could the two clauses stand on their own as complete sentences? If so, a semicolon can be used.