ENG 10 S1 Final Propaganda and Grammar

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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; it is typically missing a subject or a verb.

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What are Nonrestrictive Elements?

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Nonrestrictive elements are parts of a sentence that can be removed without changing the overall meaning; they are usually set off by commas.

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Which punctuation marks can set off nonrestrictive elements?

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Parentheses, dashes, and commas can be used to set off nonrestrictive elements.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, and clarify meaning.

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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 lacks punctuation between independent clauses, while a comma splice incorrectly uses a comma to join them.

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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 coordinating conjunction.

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What is the role of quotation marks in writing?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate direct speech, quotations, or titles of short works.

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What is an example of a Comma Splice?

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An example of a comma splice is: 'I love to read, I have many books.'