Grammar Review

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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 you correct a run-on sentence?

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You can correct a run-on sentence by adding a comma and a conjunction, using a semicolon, or breaking it into separate sentences.

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What is the purpose of conjunctions in a sentence?

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Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses to create complex sentences.

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What is the difference between 'and', 'but', 'or', and 'nor'?

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'And' adds information, 'but' contrasts ideas, 'or' presents alternatives, and 'nor' negates both options.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction or a semicolon.

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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 because it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause to provide meaning.

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What is the correct way to use commas in a series?

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Use commas to separate three or more items in a list, placing a comma before the conjunction in the last two items.

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What is the function of an apostrophe?

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An apostrophe is used to indicate possession or to form contractions.

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What is a subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the part of the sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about.