Run on /Fragment review 12/12

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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. It is missing either a subject, a predicate, or both.

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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 are the two main components of a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence must have a subject and a predicate.

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What is a subject in a sentence?

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The subject is who or what the sentence is about.

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What is a predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate tells something about the subject and usually contains a verb.

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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 to separate the independent clauses.

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Identify the fragment: 'A minute typically between each round.'

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This is a fragment because it lacks a verb and does not express a complete thought.

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What punctuation can be used to separate independent clauses?

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A semicolon, a period, or a coordinating conjunction (with a comma) can be used to separate independent clauses.

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What is the purpose of a comma in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before a coordinating conjunction to separate two independent clauses.

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What is an example of a run-on sentence?

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'I love to read I have many books.' This sentence can be corrected by adding a period: 'I love to read. I have many books.'