Comma splices, Run-ons, & Fragments

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a comma splice?
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A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can you correct a comma splice?
Back
You can correct a comma splice by adding a coordinating conjunction, changing the comma to a semicolon, or making one of the clauses dependent.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can you fix a run-on sentence?
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You can fix a run-on sentence by separating the clauses with a period, using a semicolon, or adding a coordinating conjunction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a sentence fragment?
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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is not a complete sentence.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can you identify a sentence fragment?
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You can identify a sentence fragment by checking if it has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of coordinating conjunctions?
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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses and include for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so.
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