Question

When linking two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction, a __________ precedes the conjunction. period comma colon semicolon

Answer 1

That's a great question! A subordinate conjunction should always be followed by a comma, even if the clauses it's connecting are short. So, a sentence like "I went to the store, because I needed milk" is correct. You would never use a period, semi colon, or colon after a subordinate conjunction. Does that answer your question?