Sentence Structure Flashcard

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What is a fused sentence?

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A fused sentence occurs when two independent clauses are joined without any punctuation or conjunction.

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Example of a fused sentence:

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I love pizza it is my favorite food.

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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 went to the store, she forgot her wallet.

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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 and is not a complete sentence.

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Example of a sentence fragment:

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On the table next to the books.

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What is a complete sentence?

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

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Example of a complete sentence:

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The keys are on the table.

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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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I love pizza I could eat it every day.