Sentence Errors: Run-ons/Fused Sentences, Comma Splices, and Fragments

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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 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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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is not a complete sentence.

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Identify the type of error: 'The dog barked loudly he wanted to go outside.'

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Run-on sentence.

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Identify the type of error: 'She loves to read, she goes to the library every week.'

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Comma splice.

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Identify the type of error: 'Running through the park.'

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Fragment.

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

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A period, a semicolon, or a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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To connect words, phrases, or independent clauses in a sentence.

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Provide an example of a complete sentence.

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The cat slept on the windowsill.

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Provide an example of a fragment.

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Because I was tired.