Instructions:
Insert commas and semicolons in the sentences below. Underline each main verb twice and each subject once. Also indicate the reason for the comma or semicolon; look for the following kinds of commas and semicolons:

1. Trisha went to the conference and she made some good business contacts.

2. Mitchell had told Trisha about the conference he could not attend it.

3. Trish therefore collected materials for him.

4. Mitchell was impressed that Trisha remembered him and he graciously thanked her.

5. The accounting department issued budget guidelines the finance committee agreed.

6. Alexi completed her budget last week I will complete mine this week.

7. The meeting was cancelled but we were not informed.

8. My time was blocked out for the meeting so I worked on my budget instead.

9. Jim prefers to skip formalities however his manager prefers a conservative approach.

10. Susan liked our proposal unfortunately she was not in the meeting to support it.

11. The committee did not accept our proposal therefore we are not part of the project.

12. The contract states that we can make another bid in 60 days however we may not submit one.

13. We are considering other options their firm is not the only one accepting bids.

14. I therefore will compile a list of potential clients you can assist me with the list.

15. McDermott worked on that project last year he will recommend us.

16. The opportunities are available now consequently we should use our time wisely.

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