Which sentence is correctly punctuated?
A) Standardized tests are used by most states to measure student success, however many states are adopting more culturally diverse tests.
B) Amanda was selected as employee of the month thus, she received a reserved parking space.
C) Many Americans take advantage of low financing rates when purchasing new, more energy-efficient automobiles; nevertheless, many Americans cannot afford a new vehicle.

Question

Which sentence is correctly punctuated?
A) ​Standardized tests are used by most states to measure student success, however many states are adopting more culturally diverse tests.
B) ​Amanda was selected as employee of the month thus, she received a reserved parking space.
C) ​Many Americans take advantage of low financing rates when purchasing new, more energy-efficient automobiles; nevertheless, many Americans cannot afford a new vehicle.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This sentence correctly uses a semicolon to separate two independent clauses, followed by a transitional word and a comma to signal the contrast between the two ideas. Option A uses a comma splice and Option B uses a comma incorrectly to separate independent clauses.

Which Sentence Is Correctly Punctuated