Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Using Semicolons and Commas
Identify when to use semicolons and commas in complex sentences.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons Rule!
This tutorial focuses on semicolons; it provides two audio clips: one explaining how semicolons are different from periods and commas and the other explaining how to use semicolons with conjunctive adverbs. It also provides in slideshow...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Introduction to Semicolons
Learn to identify and use semicolons in sentences!
English Plus+
English Plus: Semicolons and Colons
Rules for using semicolons and colons. Examples include semicolons with clauses, semicolons with lists, colons with quotes, colons with lists, and colons with appositives. L.9-10.2a Punc/Indep Clause
University of Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin: Writing Center: Using Semicolons
A writing tutorial for the correct use of semicolons to link two independent clauses, clauses with commas, clauses connected by conjunctive adverbs or transitional phrases, and to link lists where the items contain commas. Examples and...
Grammarly
Grammarly Blog: Semicolon With Conjunctive Adverbs
Rules and examples for using semicolons with conjunctive adverbs in a compound sentence.
Grammarly
Grammarly Blog: Semicolon With Conjunctions
Rules and examples for using semicolons with conjunctions in a compound sentence.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons
This semicolon tutorial includes notes, a slideshow, and an animated YouTube video. The slideshow defines semicolons, explains how and when to use them, and provides examples of them in context. The video explains the Chicago Style...
Towson University
Towson University: Ows: Semicolon Use Exercise 3
This is a 10-question, self-grading exercise/quiz on the use of Semicolons.
Other
Illinois State U.: Punctuation Made Simple Semicolon
What purpose does a semicolon serve in punctuation? Explore this website to learn more about this small but powerful grammar tool.
Towson University
Towson University: Ows: Semicolon Use Exercise 1
This is a 10-question, self-grading exercise/quiz on the use of Semicolons.
Towson University
Towson University: Ows: Semicolon Use Exercise 2
This is a 10-question, self-grading exercise/quiz on the use of Semicolons.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons in a Series
This slideshow lesson focuses on how semicolons are used in a series.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons and Conjunctive Adverbs
This screencast focuses on the use of semicolons and conjunctive adverbs; it defines both, provides their rules, and provides examples for using them. The instructor explains ow to use conjunctive adverbs, how to punctuate the sentences...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Semicolons
This tutorial offers a video and a slideshow explaining the rules for using the semicolon. [1:24]
E Reading Worksheets
E Reading Worksheets: Semicolon Worksheets
In this learning module, students will learn more about semicolons. Reinforcement worksheets are provided to help students determine when to use a semicolon. This module is designed to support Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III students.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Colons and Semicolons
This slideshow discusses the difference between colons and semicolons and explains the rules and uses for each.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Colons and Semicolons
This video lesson focuses on the rules for using colons and semicolons, which are often confused. It offers rules for the uses of each with specific examples. Real Player is required.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: How to Link Clauses With Semicolon
Semicolons join two closely related independent clauses in a single sentence. Without these, there would be run-on sentences that no one could slow down! [0:57]
English Plus+
English Plus: Semicolons in a Series
The site discusses using semicolons with complete independent clauses, and prepositions.
Other
Transaction: Punctuation Guide: Semicolon
Writing lab tutorial for punctuating English writing with a semicolon.
Get It Write
Get It Write: Using the Semicolon
Clear lesson on when to use (and when not to use) a semicolon. The article ends with a self-test and answers. L.9-10.2a Punc/Indep Clause
Grammarly
Grammarly Blog: Semicolon Between Dependent and Independent Clauses
Rules and examples for using semicolons with complex sentences.
Other
Sandhills Community College: The Semicolon
A very thorough and detailed guide to the use of semicolons in English punctuation. Includes several rules and examples.