Comma Splices, Run-on Sentences, Sentence Fragments

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What is a Comma Splice?

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

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What is a Run-On Sentence?

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A run-on sentence is when two or more complete sentences are connected improperly, often without appropriate punctuation.

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What is a Sentence Fragment?

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A sentence fragment is an incomplete sentence that lacks a main clause or does not express a complete thought.

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How many types of run-on sentences are there?

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There are two types of run-on sentences: fused sentences and comma splices.

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What is a Fused Sentence?

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A fused sentence is a type of run-on sentence where two independent clauses are joined without any punctuation.

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What is a Comma Splice Example?

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Example: "I love to read, I have many books." This is a comma splice.

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How can you fix a Comma Splice?

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

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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 improperly connects independent clauses without punctuation, while a comma splice uses a comma incorrectly to connect them.

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What is an example of a Sentence Fragment?

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Example: "Because the hero." This is a sentence fragment because it does not express a complete thought.

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How can you fix a Sentence Fragment?

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You can fix a sentence fragment by adding the missing subject or verb to make it a complete sentence.