Flashcard #2: Run-Ons & Comma Splices

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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 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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Identify the correct way to fix a run-on sentence.

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You can fix a run-on sentence by using a period, a semicolon, or a coordinating conjunction.

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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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Choose the correct punctuation for this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk I was too tired.'

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I wanted to go for a walk, but I was too tired.

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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.

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Provide an example of a comma splice.

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I love to read, I have many books.

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How can you identify a run-on sentence?

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Look for two independent clauses that are not properly connected by punctuation or conjunctions.

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What is the correct way to join these two sentences: 'She enjoys painting. She also likes drawing.'

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She enjoys painting, and she also likes drawing.

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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.