Comma Splices Diagnostic Quiz

An independent clause can stand alone all by itself.

• true

• false

One of the most interesting plants is the cactus, for it is able to live without water for years.

• Correct

• Comma splice

Jill didn't really want to visit me, all she wanted was to borrow money.

• Correct

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The flying fox is not really a fox at all, rather, it is a kind of bat whose head resembles that of a fox.

• Correct

• Comma splice

Proper lighting is a necessity for good eyesight, but direct sunlight can damage eyesight.

• Correct

• Comma splice

Mosquitoes are found in various climates, they thrive in Alaska as well as in the tropics.

• Correct

• Comma splice

Once limited to the Western states, rodeos now enjoy a national popularity.

• Correct

• Comma splice

Because they are high in Vitamin A, both apricots and broccoli are nutritionally valuable foods.

• Correct

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Kansas City calls itself the City of Fountains, its goal is to build a new public fountain every year.

• Correct

• Comma splice

Manila hemp rope remains very useful, although it is not as strong as nylon, it does stretch as much.

• Correct

• Comma splice