Sentences, Fragments and Run ons

Example of a fragment: 'The big red barn by the road.' What type is this?

• This is a complete sentence because it expresses a full thought.

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

• This is a compound sentence because it has two independent clauses.

• This is a run-on sentence because it contains too many ideas.

Can a fragment be a complete thought?

• Yes, a fragment can be a complete thought.

• No, a fragment cannot be a complete thought; it is incomplete.

• Sometimes, a fragment can be a complete thought depending on context.

• A fragment is always a complete thought.

What is a run-on sentence?

• A sentence that contains too many commas and is difficult to read.

• A sentence that is too short and lacks detail.

• Two or more complete sentences that are incorrectly joined together without proper punctuation.

• A sentence that uses excessive punctuation marks.

What is an example of a complete thought?

• 'The dog barked loudly.'

• 'Running in the park.'

• 'When it rains.'

• 'She loves to read.'

What is the difference between a sentence and a fragment?

• A sentence is always longer than a fragment.

• A sentence expresses a complete thought, while a fragment does not.

• A fragment is a type of sentence that is always correct.

• A sentence can be a question, but a fragment cannot.

Example of a run-on: 'I will go to the store on Monday I need milk.' What type is this?

• This is a compound sentence because it has two independent clauses.

• This is a run-on sentence because it combines two complete thoughts without proper punctuation.

• This is a simple sentence because it contains only one independent clause.

• This is a complex sentence because it includes a dependent clause.

What is a fragment?

• A group of words that expresses a complete thought.

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

• A single word that stands alone as a complete sentence.

• A type of punctuation used in writing.

How can you fix a run-on sentence?

• By adding a period, a semicolon, or a conjunction.

• By removing all conjunctions from the sentence.

• By making the sentence longer and more complex.

• By using only commas to separate clauses.

Identify the type: 'The school had no school because of the snow the kids were sad.'

• This is a run-on sentence.

• This is a compound sentence.

• This is a complex sentence.

• This is a simple sentence.

What is the main purpose of a sentence?

• To convey a complete thought or idea.

• To create confusion and ambiguity.

• To provide a list of items.

• To express a question or inquiry.