Sentence Structure

What is a sentence fragment?

• A sentence fragment is a type of punctuation mark.

• A sentence fragment is a complete sentence with a subject and a verb.

• A sentence fragment is a long, complex sentence.

• A sentence fragment is an incomplete sentence that lacks either a subject, a verb, or both.

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CCSS.L.4.1F

Define a run-on sentence.

• A run-on sentence is a sentence that lacks proper punctuation.

• A run-on sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause.

• A run-on sentence is a sentence that is too short.

• A run-on sentence is a sentence that contains two or more independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunctions to separate them.

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CCSS.L.4.1F

Explain what a comma splice is.

• A comma splice is a type of sentence structure

• A comma splice is when two independent clauses are incorrectly joined together with only a comma.

• A comma splice is a type of fruit

• A comma splice is a punctuation mark

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

How can sentence fragments be corrected?

• Change the font style of the fragments

• Combine multiple fragments into one long sentence

• Remove all punctuation marks from the fragments

• Add missing subjects, verbs, or objects to complete the sentence fragments.

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CCSS.L.4.1F

What are the consequences of using run-on sentences?

• Increased clarity and understanding

• Decreased confusion

• Consequences of using run-on sentences include confusion, lack of clarity, difficulty in understanding, and reduced readability.

• Enhanced readability

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CCSS.L.4.1F

Provide an example of a comma splice.

• I like to run, I hate to swim.

• I like to run, I like to swim.

• The sun is shining, the weather is warm.

• She is smart, she is also funny.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Why is it important to avoid sentence fragments?

• To ensure clarity and effective communication.

• To add complexity

• To save time

• To confuse the reader

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CCSS.L.4.1F

Discuss the impact of run-on sentences on writing clarity.

• Run-on sentences enhance writing clarity by providing a flow of ideas without interruption.

• Run-on sentences negatively impact writing clarity by creating confusion and making it harder for readers to understand the intended message.

• Run-on sentences have no impact on writing clarity as long as the content is interesting.

• Run-on sentences improve writing clarity by showcasing the author's ability to connect thoughts seamlessly.

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CCSS.L.4.1F

How can comma splices be fixed?

• Remove all punctuation

• Combine the independent clauses into one long sentence

• Replace the comma with a semicolon, add a coordinating conjunction, or separate the independent clauses into separate sentences.

• Add more commas for emphasis

What strategies can be used to improve sentence structure?

• Using the same sentence structure repeatedly

• Including as many complex words as possible

• Using varying sentence length, avoiding run-on sentences, using transition words, incorporating parallel structure, and ensuring proper punctuation.

• Neglecting punctuation altogether

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B