Run-on Sentences

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without appropriate punctuation or conjunctions.

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Identify the error in the following sentence: 'The student fell asleep in class everyone thought this was rude behavior.'

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This sentence is a run-on because it combines two independent clauses without proper punctuation.

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What is the correct way to fix a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence can be fixed by using a period, a semicolon, or a conjunction to separate the independent clauses.

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Provide an example of a correct sentence that avoids run-on structure.

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'Peggy is a writing instructor. She knows how to write a brilliant essay.'

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence contains at least one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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Identify the error in the following sentence: 'My dog was upset all day he didn't get canned food for breakfast.'

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This sentence is a run-on because it improperly connects two independent clauses.

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What is the function of a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses, helping to form complex or compound sentences.

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Provide an example of a sentence that uses a conjunction correctly.

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'My cat was upset all day because he did not get canned food for breakfast.'

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What punctuation can be used to separate independent clauses?

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A semicolon or a period can be used to separate independent clauses.