ZOO/BOT 4100 - Writing in the Biological Sciences
Exercise 4 (5 points)
Punctuation
Name: _______________________________________________________
Complete the exercises by finding and correcting punctuation errors.
Commas —add commas, or commas plus conjunctions, or replace commas with
stronger punctuation marks where needed.
1.
Spot saw a fire hydrant he ran toward it eagerly.
2.
After tomorrow I promise I’ll be on time to class.
3.
Beth however did not want to go to the party because she was tired.
4.
Because so many permits have been denied to local bars the city council needs to
reconsider its policies about parties.
5.
I’ve really enjoyed my time in college I’ll enjoy graduating even more.
6.
Four of my favorite movies are Mosquito Coast The Matrix Othello and The Mission.
7.
Jane ran after Spot, she told Dick later that the dog had a bladder problem.
Semicolons and Colons—add semicolons or colons (and commas) where needed
1.
Only one thing needs to be done to complete the application you must send copies of
your transcript to the school.
2.
Men are from Mars women however are from Venus.
3.
When you buy your ChiaPet you will receive the necessary seeds additionally you
will get a pet rock for free if you order within the next ten days.
4.
Several students haven’t done as well as desired on their punctuation exercise I
should offer them a make-up exercise.
5.
There is one thing about Bob that keeps him successful in the company his strong
work ethic.
6.
We must let the following people know of our disappointment with the parking
situation President Buchanan the Branding Iron and the Trans & Park Department.