E9A: Sentences, Fragments, Run-Ons, & Comma Splices

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A word, phrase, or dependent clause that is punctuated like a sentence but missing a subject or verb.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A sentence that connects two or more independent clauses without proper punctuation.

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What is a comma splice?

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The connection of two complete sentences (independent clauses) with the use of a comma only.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon?

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To connect closely related independent clauses.

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What is the correct way to fix a run-on sentence?

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You can create two sentences by adding ending punctuation to the first and beginning capitalization to the second.

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True or False: A comma is needed before the coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence.

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True.

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What is the function of a dependent clause?

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It cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and provides additional information.

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What is an independent clause?

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A group of words that can stand alone as a complete sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is the best way to connect two independent clauses?

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Using a comma followed by a coordinating conjunction.