E9A: Sentences, Fragments, Run-Ons, & Comma Splices

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What is a sentence?

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A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought and contains a subject and a predicate.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is missing either a subject or a verb.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence is two or more independent clauses that are incorrectly joined without proper punctuation.

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice is the connection of two complete sentences (independent clauses) with the use of a comma only.

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What is a subject in a sentence?

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The subject of a sentence is the person, place, or thing that is performing the action.

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What is a predicate?

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The predicate of a sentence tells what the subject does or is and includes the verb and any objects or modifiers.

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by creating two separate sentences, using a semicolon, or connecting with a coordinating conjunction.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is the purpose of punctuation in sentences?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate ideas within sentences.

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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.