Question

Which sentence uses a semicolon correctly to connect two closely related clauses?(1 point)
Responses

Many people choose not to mow their lawns during early spring; lawns in the city are typically small.
Many people choose not to mow their lawns during early spring; lawns in the city are typically small.

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.

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

Answer 1

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

Both parts are independent clauses that are closely related (contrast between types of people), so the semicolon is used correctly.