SEMICOLONS 
 
1. Terry and Trevor took a ride in the car; their aunt was the driver.  
  
2. I like to walk by the lake; the tranquil waters make me relaxed. 
 
3. Police officers have a rough job; they often work twelve hour shifts under high stress 
conditions. 
 
4. Jack cannot wait to see Jill; he has a surprise waiting for her at home. 
 
5. The university is recruiting students for a football team; the new team will be quite a hit on 
campus. 
 
6. Mountains erode through constant bombardment with natural forces such as rain and wind. 
CORRECT 
 
7. The “Song of the Volga Boatman” is a traditional folk song which can be heard in many 
commercials parodying Russian culture.  CORRECT 
 
8. Japanese food is highly nutritious and highly delicious; however, most Americans are afraid 
to try some common dishes such as sushi and sashimi. 
 
9. Jared went to the park to ride his skateboard where he promptly had an accident while trying 
to negotiate a handrail.      CORRECT 
 
10. Mozart’s music has a calming effect on many different types of people; some claim that his 
music actually can make people more intelligent. 
 
11. George is a monkey, who belongs to the man in the yellow hat; unfortunately, he constantly 
gets into trouble.   
 
12. Tina is a wonderful girl; she is smart; she is lovely; and, she is kind.