A_____ is used (1) in place of a coordinating conjunction to join independent clauses, (2) before an introductory word that begins the second clause in a sentence, and (3) before explanatory or enumerating words.
A) semicolon
B) colon
C) comma
D) dash

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A semicolon is used to join independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction, before introductory words in the second clause, and before explanatory or enumerating words.

A_____ Is Used (1) in Place of a Coordinating Conjunction