Fixing Run-On Sentences

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence is a sentence that combines two or more independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'so', and 'yet'.

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

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

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Example of a run-on sentence: 'I love to read I have many books.' How can it be fixed?

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It can be fixed by adding a conjunction: 'I love to read, and I have many books.'

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What does 'so' indicate when used in a sentence?

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'So' indicates a cause-and-effect relationship, showing that one action is a result of another.

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What does 'but' indicate when used in a sentence?

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'But' indicates a contrast between two ideas or actions.

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What does 'or' indicate when used in a sentence?

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'Or' indicates a choice between two or more options.

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What is the purpose of using commas in sentences?

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Commas are used to separate ideas, clauses, or items in a list, helping to clarify meaning.

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How can you identify a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence can often be identified by the lack of punctuation between independent clauses.

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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 complete sentence because it has a subject and a verb.