Sentence Fragments and Run on Sentences

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. It typically lacks a main clause.

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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 a common indicator of a sentence fragment.

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A common indicator of a sentence fragment is the absence of a subject or a verb.

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What punctuation can be used to correct a run-on sentence?

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A semicolon, a period, or a coordinating conjunction can be used to correct a run-on sentence.

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Provide an example of a sentence fragment.

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"All the time." is an example of a sentence fragment.

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Provide an example of a run-on sentence.

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"Thanksgiving Break is in 12 school days I can't wait!" is an example of a run-on sentence.

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What is the difference between a complete sentence and a fragment?

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A complete sentence expresses a complete thought and contains at least a subject and a verb, while a fragment does not.

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How can you identify a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence can often be identified by the lack of punctuation between independent clauses.

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What is a predicate in a sentence?

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A predicate is the part of a sentence that tells what the subject does or is, typically containing a verb.

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Why is it important to avoid sentence fragments in writing?

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Avoiding sentence fragments is important because they can lead to confusion and make writing unclear.