Run-On Sentences

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more complete sentences are connected improperly, often without appropriate punctuation.

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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, semicolon, or by using a conjunction with a comma.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is an incomplete sentence that lacks a main clause, making it unable to stand alone.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence contains a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete thought.

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What punctuation creates a comma splice?

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Inserting a comma between two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction creates a comma splice.

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

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A run-on sentence improperly connects complete sentences, while a fragment is an incomplete thought.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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

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Can a run-on sentence be fixed with a semicolon?

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Yes, a run-on sentence can be fixed by using a semicolon to separate the independent clauses.

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What is an example of a run-on sentence?

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Example: 'I love to read I go to the library every week.' This can be corrected to 'I love to read. I go to the library every week.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.