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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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 'for'.

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' indicates a contrast between two ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'so' indicate?

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The conjunction 'so' indicates a cause-and-effect relationship.

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What does the conjunction 'yet' indicate?

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The conjunction 'yet' indicates a contrast similar to 'but', often implying an unexpected outcome.

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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 conjunction, using a semicolon, or separating it into two sentences.

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Example of a run-on sentence: 'I love to read I have many books.' How can it be fixed?

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It can be fixed by saying: 'I love to read, and I have many books.'

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What is the purpose of using a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related 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 has a subject and a verb.

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but'?

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'And' adds information, while 'but' shows contrast.