Fragments, Run-Ons, & Comma Splices

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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. It often lacks a subject or a verb.

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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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How can you correct a fragment?

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

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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

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How can you correct a comma splice?

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You can correct a comma splice by replacing the comma with a semicolon, adding a conjunction, or making two separate sentences.

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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.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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What is the role of the semicolon in sentence structure?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.