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 proper 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 can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

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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.

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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', 'so', and 'yet'.

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Example of a run-on sentence: 'I love to play soccer I practice every day.' How can it be fixed?

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It can be fixed by changing it to: 'I love to play soccer. I practice every day.'

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

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A run-on sentence has no punctuation between independent clauses, while a comma splice incorrectly uses a comma to join them without a conjunction.

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice is when 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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Look for two or more independent clauses that are not properly punctuated or connected.

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What is the purpose of using a semicolon?

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A semicolon can be used to connect closely related independent clauses.