sentence fragment, run-ons, and comma splices

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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 a subject, a verb, 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 appropriate punctuation or conjunction.

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice is the incorrect use of a comma to join two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.

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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 a complete sentence?

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

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Identify the error: 'I love to read I have many books.'

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This is a run-on sentence. It can be corrected by adding a period or a conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or'.

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Identify the fragment: 'Although I was tired.'

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

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What punctuation can be used to fix a comma splice?

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You can use a semicolon, a period, or a coordinating conjunction to fix a comma splice.

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What is an example of a comma splice?

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An example of a comma splice is: 'It was raining, I stayed indoors.'