Correcting Run-On Sentences

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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 conjunctions.

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How can a run-on sentence be corrected using a semicolon?

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A run-on sentence can be corrected by replacing the comma with a semicolon to separate the 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 sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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What is the purpose of a period in sentence structure?

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A period is used to indicate the end of a complete thought or sentence.

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How can run-on sentences be fixed by creating two complete sentences?

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Run-on sentences can be fixed by separating the clauses into two distinct sentences, each with its own subject and verb.

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What punctuation can be used to connect two related independent clauses?

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A semicolon can be used to connect two related independent clauses.

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What is the difference between a run-on sentence and a comma splice?

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A run-on sentence has no punctuation between independent clauses, while a comma splice incorrectly uses a comma to join them.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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How can you identify a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence can be identified by checking if two independent clauses are improperly joined without appropriate punctuation or conjunctions.

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What is an example of a run-on sentence?

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"I love to read I have many books at home." This sentence contains two independent clauses without proper punctuation.