Sentence Fragments

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. It is missing a subject, a verb, or both.

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Identify the following: 'Although you finished all the requirements in just 20 minutes.'

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Fragment

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Identify the following: 'Because you finished all your lessons, you should sit back and just read.'

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Sentence

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought and contains at least a subject and a verb.

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Identify the following: 'Watch out!'

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Sentence

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Identify the following: 'Whenever my teacher calls on me during class.'

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Fragment

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What is the purpose of a subject in a sentence?

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The subject tells us who or what the sentence is about.

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What is the purpose of a verb in a sentence?

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The verb expresses the action or state of being in the sentence.

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Can a sentence be a single word?

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Yes, a single word can be a complete sentence if it expresses a complete thought, such as 'Go!' or 'Stop!'.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.