Mastering English Foundations (1010 Final Exam Prep)

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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 appropriate punctuation or conjunctions.

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How can you correct a run-on sentence?

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You can correct a run-on sentence by using a period, a semicolon, or a conjunction to separate the independent clauses.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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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 'or'.

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What is the difference between a comma and a semicolon?

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A comma is used to separate items in a list or clauses when combined with a conjunction, while a semicolon connects closely related independent clauses.

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What is active voice?

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Active voice is a sentence structure where the subject performs the action of the verb, making the sentence clearer and more direct.

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What is passive voice?

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Passive voice is a sentence structure where the subject receives the action of the verb, often making sentences less direct.

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Provide an example of a sentence in active voice.

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The researchers analyzed the results.

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Provide an example of a sentence in passive voice.

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The results were analyzed by the researchers.