Run-on Sentences - Effective Writing Practices

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two independent clauses run together without proper punctuation or appropriate conjunctions.

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Give an example of an incorrect run-on sentence.

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Incorrect: Raffi sings upbeat children's songs he is an excellent musician.

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How can you correct the run-on sentence: 'Raffi sings upbeat children's songs he is an excellent musician'?

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Correct: Raffi sings upbeat children's songs; he is an excellent musician.

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What is a common mistake in run-on sentences involving transitional expressions?

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Using a transitional expression without necessary punctuation.

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Provide an example of a run-on sentence with a transitional expression and its correction.

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Incorrect: Helen cooked dinner therefore Ralph will wash the dishes. Correct: Helen cooked dinner; therefore, Ralph will wash the dishes.

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List methods to correct a run-on sentence.

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1. Divide clauses into two sentences. 2. Insert a semicolon between the two clauses. 3. Use a comma with either a coordinating or subordinating conjunction.

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How can you correct the run-on sentence: 'Mary came home from work early we worked hard on our project'?

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Correct: Mary came home from work early. We worked hard on our project.

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When should you use a semicolon to correct a run-on sentence?

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Use a semicolon if the two clauses are very closely related.

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Correct the run-on sentence: 'Mary came home from work early she had been feeling ill all morning.'

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Correct: Mary came home from work early; she had been feeling ill all morning.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are: and, but, or, so, for, yet, nor.