Fragments, Run-ons, Comma Splices

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. It is often missing a subject or a verb.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence is a sentence that contains two or more independent clauses that are not properly joined or separated.

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice is a grammatical error that occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

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Identify the error: 'I love to read, I also enjoy writing.'

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This is a comma splice because it joins two independent clauses with just a comma.

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Identify the error: 'She loves to dance she practices every day.'

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This is a run-on sentence because it contains two independent clauses without proper punctuation.

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Identify the error: 'Although he was tired.'

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This is a fragment because it does not express a complete thought.

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What is the correct way to fix a comma splice?

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You can fix a comma splice by using a period, a semicolon, or adding a coordinating conjunction.

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Provide an example of a complete sentence.

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'The dog barked loudly.' This is a complete sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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What is the difference between a fragment and a complete sentence?

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A fragment does not express a complete thought, while a complete sentence does.

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Identify the error: 'Running through the park.'

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This is a fragment because it lacks a subject and a verb.