Run-On Sentence Practice

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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 appropriate punctuation or conjunctions.

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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, containing a subject and a verb.

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by using a period, a semicolon, or a conjunction to separate the independent clauses.

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What punctuation can be used to correct a run-on sentence?

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A semicolon (;) or a period (.) can be used to correct a run-on sentence.

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Identify the correct way to fix this run-on: 'I love to read I have many books.'

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'I love to read; I have many books.'

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What is the purpose of a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses, helping to form complex sentences.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses and includes 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', 'so' (FANBOYS).

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Identify the correct conjunction to fix this run-on: 'It was raining I stayed inside.'

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'It was raining, so I stayed inside.'

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

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A sentence expresses a complete thought with proper punctuation, while a run-on sentence improperly connects multiple thoughts.

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How can a semicolon be used in a sentence?

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A semicolon can be used to connect closely related independent clauses without a conjunction.