Comma Splices?

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice is a grammatical error that occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

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How can you fix a comma splice?

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You can fix a comma splice by using a period to separate the clauses, adding a coordinating conjunction, or using a semicolon.

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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 is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. Common examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What punctuation can replace a comma in a comma splice?

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A semicolon can replace a comma in a comma splice when connecting two related independent clauses.

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What is an example of a comma splice?

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Example: 'I went to the store, I bought some milk.' This sentence incorrectly joins two independent clauses with just a comma.

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What is the correct way to join two independent clauses?

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You can join two independent clauses correctly by using a semicolon, a period, or a coordinating conjunction.

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

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A comma splice specifically refers to two independent clauses joined by a comma, while a run-on sentence refers to two or more independent clauses joined incorrectly, which may include comma splices.

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Can a comma be used before 'and' in a list?

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Yes, a comma can be used before 'and' in a list, known as the Oxford comma, but its use is optional.

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What is an example of correcting a comma splice?

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Corrected: 'I went to the store. I bought some milk.' or 'I went to the store, and I bought some milk.'