Question

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly to connect two closely related clauses?(1 point) Responses Some people choose to climb mountains for the challenge; others simply enjoy being in nature. Some people choose to climb mountains for the challenge; others simply enjoy being in nature. The ocean is a paradise for surfers; ocean temperatures are getting warmer as time goes on. The ocean is a paradise for surfers; ocean temperatures are getting warmer as time goes on. The tourists talked about the beautiful sunsets they saw; the sun rises at different times throughout the year. The tourists talked about the beautiful sunsets they saw; the sun rises at different times throughout the year. Many people choose not to mow their lawns during early spring; lawns in the city are typically small.

Answer 1

The correct sentence that uses a semicolon to connect two closely related clauses is:

"Some people choose to climb mountains for the challenge; others simply enjoy being in nature."

This sentence correctly uses the semicolon to join two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.