Sentence Fragments/Run-on Final TEST

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more complete sentences are put together without a connecting word or are joined only by a comma.

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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, often missing a subject or a predicate.

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Identify the error in this sentence: 'It's really hot today, we should go to the beach.'

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This is a run-on sentence because it connects two independent clauses with just a comma.

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Correct this sentence: 'My dog is cute it's name is George.'

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The correct sentence is: 'My dog is cute, and it's name is George.'

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What is the main issue with sentence fragments?

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Sentence fragments do not provide a complete thought, making them incomplete sentences.

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by adding a conjunction, separating it into two sentences, or using a semicolon.

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What punctuation can be used to correct a run-on sentence?

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A semicolon or a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') can be used to correct a run-on sentence.

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What is an example of a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence has a subject, a predicate, and expresses a complete thought, e.g., 'The dog barked loudly.'

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What is the difference between a run-on sentence and a fragment?

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A run-on sentence combines two or more complete sentences incorrectly, while a fragment is an incomplete sentence.

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Provide an example of a sentence fragment.

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An example of a sentence fragment is: 'When we went to the store.' (It lacks a complete thought.)