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9. Main clauses connected with conjunctive adverbs and transitional phrases |
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In each of the questions below determine whether a comma or a semicolon is appropriate.
Japanese executives working in North America worry about educating their children in the Japanese language __1__ (; semicolon / , comma) moreover, they worry about whether their children will fit into Japanese culture after they are adults. Americans and Canadians working outside of North America want their children to be prepared to attend college when the families return home; as a result __2__ (; semicolon / , comma) they often look for schools conducted in English. Growing up with a knowledge of two cultures puts a person at a distinct advantage __3__ (; semicolon / , comma) however, that advantage may not be apparent until later in life.
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