Sentence Fragment & Run-on Sentences FAC

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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 is missing a subject, a verb, or both.

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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 adding 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 dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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Identify the error: 'The dog barked it ran away.'

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

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

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You can use a period, a semicolon, or a comma followed by a conjunction.

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What is the purpose of conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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Give an example of a complete sentence.

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The cat slept on the mat.

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

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A fragment does not express a complete thought, while a complete sentence does.