Sentences and Fragments

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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 often lacks a subject or a verb.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought and contains at least a subject and a verb.

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Identify the following: 'Spent four years preparing.'

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Fragment

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Identify the following: 'Although it only stayed in the air for just 2.5 seconds.'

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Fragment

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Identify the following: 'People admire the work of Orville and Wilbur Wright.'

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Sentence

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Identify the following: 'Orville and Wilbur Wright were serious about flying.'

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Sentence

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Identify the following: 'Three days later, Orville flew the plane.'

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Sentence

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What is the main difference between a fragment and a sentence?

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A fragment does not express a complete thought, while a sentence does.

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Can a fragment be part of a sentence?

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Yes, a fragment can be part of a larger sentence, but it cannot stand alone as a complete thought.

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What is an example of a fragment?

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'Running through the park.' (This does not express a complete thought.)