5th Grade - Block 5 Test Review

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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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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by using a comma with a conjunction, a semicolon, or by separating it into two sentences.

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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 and is not a complete sentence.

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice is an error that occurs when two independent clauses are joined with just a comma, without a conjunction.

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What does the root 'aud' mean?

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The root 'aud' means 'to hear'.

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What is the purpose of a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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How do you identify a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence can be identified by checking if two independent clauses are improperly connected without punctuation or conjunctions.

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What is an example of a sentence fragment?

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'Celebrated with some pizza after the game.' is a sentence fragment because it lacks a subject.

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How can you use a semicolon correctly?

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A semicolon can be used to connect two closely related independent clauses.

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

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A run-on sentence has no punctuation between independent clauses, while a comma splice uses only a comma without a conjunction.