Grammar: Sentences and Fragments

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What is a sentence?

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A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought and contains a subject and a predicate.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is typically missing a subject or a verb.

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What are the two main components of a sentence?

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The two main components of a sentence are the subject (who or what the sentence is about) and the predicate (what is being said about the subject).

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How can you identify a question in English?

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A question in English often begins with a question word (who, what, where, when, why) or an auxiliary verb (is, are, do, did) and typically ends with a question mark.

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What is the purpose of a complete sentence?

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The purpose of a complete sentence is to convey a clear and complete idea or thought.

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Can a sentence be a question?

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Yes, a sentence can be a question if it is structured to seek information and typically ends with a question mark.

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What is an example of a fragment?

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An example of a fragment is 'Running down the street.' This phrase does not express a complete thought.

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What punctuation typically indicates a question?

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A question mark (?) typically indicates a question.

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What is the difference between a sentence and a fragment?

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A sentence expresses a complete thought and has both a subject and a predicate, while a fragment does not express a complete thought and is often missing one of these elements.

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What is an example of a complete sentence?

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An example of a complete sentence is 'The dog barked loudly.' This expresses a complete thought.