Run-On Sentences

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Run-on sentence definition:

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Contains 2+ independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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Example of a run-on sentence: I went to the store I bought some milk I also picked up some bread.

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Fixing a run-on sentence involves using punctuation like a period, semicolon, or comma with conjunctions to separate independent clauses.

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Using punctuation (period, semicolon, comma + conjunction) to separate independent clauses.

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Importance of avoiding run-on sentences?

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Maintains clarity and coherence in writing.

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Identify the run-on sentence: The sun was shining it was a beautiful day.

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The sun was shining it was a beautiful day.

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Rewrite: I like to play soccer I also enjoy swimming.

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I like to play soccer; I also enjoy swimming.

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Common conjunctions connecting independent clauses:

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and, but, or, so, yet, for

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Difference between a comma splice and a run-on sentence:

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A comma splice joins independent clauses with a comma; a run-on sentence lacks proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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Identify the run-on sentence: I went to the store I bought some apples and bananas.

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I went to the store I bought some apples and bananas.

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Rewrite: The dog barked loudly it ran around the yard.

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The dog barked loudly; it ran around the yard.