Run-on Sentences & 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 proper punctuation or 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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What are the two main components of a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence has a subject and a predicate (verb).

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What is the role of a predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate (or verb) expresses the action or state of being of the subject.

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How can you correct a run-on sentence?

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You can correct a run-on sentence by adding a period, a semicolon, or a conjunction.

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What punctuation can be used to separate independent clauses?

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A semicolon can be used to separate independent clauses.

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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 complete sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.

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Give an example of a complete sentence.

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I enjoy reading books.

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What is the difference between a complete sentence and a fragment?

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A complete sentence expresses a complete thought, while a fragment does not.