Fixing 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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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by using a period, a semicolon, or a conjunction to separate the independent clauses.

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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 conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What punctuation can be used to separate independent clauses?

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You can use a period, a semicolon, or a comma followed by a conjunction to separate independent clauses.

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Provide an example of a correctly punctuated compound sentence.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What is the purpose of using a semicolon in a sentence?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses without using a conjunction.

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a run-on sentence?

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A compound sentence correctly uses punctuation or conjunctions to connect independent clauses, while a run-on sentence does not.

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice is a type of run-on sentence where two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

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How can you identify a run-on sentence?

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You can identify a run-on sentence by looking for two independent clauses that are improperly connected.