RUN-ON SENTENCES AND COMMA SPLICES

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Run-on sentences can be divided into two types. The first occurs when a writer puts no punctuation and no coordinating conjunction between independent clauses.

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TRUE

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Comma splice: two or more independent clauses joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

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TRUE

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Example of a run-on sentence: The flowers are beautiful they brighten the room.

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a run-on sentence

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Identify if the following is a run-on sentence or a comma splice: The flowers are beautiful, they brighten the room.

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a comma splice

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Group of words: 'My favorite band is in town they are performing now.' Is it a run-on sentence or a comma splice?

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a run-on sentence

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Example of a run-on sentence or a comma splice: I love classical music, it makes me feel joyful.

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a comma splice

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Identify if the following is a run-on sentence or a comma splice: Good writing is not a matter of luck, it is the result of practice.

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a comma splice

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Example of a run-on sentence: Not all students learn to write essays in high school it is never too late to learn how.

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a run-on sentence

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Identify if the following is a run-on sentence or a comma splice: Students may start by thinking of the topic they are interested in then they may generate ideas by brainstorming.

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a run-on sentence

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Correct the sentence: Driving a car is fast and comfortable, riding a bicycle is better for one's health.

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Driving a car is fast and comfortable, but riding a bicycle is better for one's health.