Fragments, Run Ons, and Comma Splices

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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 often missing a subject or a verb.

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Example of a Fragment:

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"Tried to enter the concert without paying first."

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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 proper punctuation or conjunction.

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Example of a Run-On Sentence:

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"Her thoughts were fixated on the parade from the previous year she loved the crowds of people, the music, and the fireworks."

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What is a Comma Splice?

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A comma splice is when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

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Example of a Comma Splice:

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"She would miss her junior high graduation, she would not be a part of the track team."

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How can you fix a Fragment?

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You can fix a fragment by adding the missing subject or verb to make it a complete sentence.

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How can you fix a Run-On Sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by separating the independent clauses with a period, semicolon, or by adding a conjunction.

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How can you fix a Comma Splice?

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You can fix a comma splice by replacing the comma with a period, semicolon, or adding a coordinating conjunction.

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What is an Independent Clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence. It has a subject and a verb.