Question #N1031

Which choice correctly combines the sentences below? *We enjoyed the trip. It was to the zoo.*
A. We enjoyed the trip, it was to the zoo.
B. We enjoyed the trip it was to the zoo.
C. We enjoyed the trip; it was to the zoo.
D. We enjoyed the trip, it was to the zoo.

Correct Answer is: C

The semicolon is the correct punctuation to use to combine two independent clauses. The other options are incorrect because they use punctuation that is not appropriate to combine independent clauses.