Fixing Comma Splices for ACT Success

In this video, Kristen from MOU discusses the importance of understanding and fixing comma splices for the ACT English section. She explains what a comma splice is and why it's problematic. Kristen then outlines four main methods to correct comma splices: using periods, conjunctions, semicolons, and subordination. Each method is explained with examples, emphasizing the importance of proper grammar on the ACT. The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to ask questions about other ACT topics.

What is the main topic of the video?

• ACT Reading section

• ACT English section

• ACT Math section

• ACT Science section

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.K.1D

What is a comma splice?

• A sentence with too many commas

• Two independent clauses joined by a comma

• A sentence without any commas

• A sentence with a semicolon

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Why is a comma splice problematic?

• It confuses the reader

• It makes sentences too long

• It makes sentences too short

• It is against English grammar rules

What is one way to fix a comma splice?

• Removing all punctuation

• Adding more commas

• Using a colon

• Using a period

Which of the following is a coordinating conjunction?

• And

• Therefore

• However

• Moreover

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

How many coordinating conjunctions are there?

• 8

• 7

• 6

• 5

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

What punctuation can be used as an elegant solution to fix a comma splice?

• Semicolon

• Dash

• Exclamation mark

• Colon

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What does a semicolon indicate between two sentences?

• They are questions

• They are separate but related

• They are unrelated

• They are the same sentence

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the fourth method to fix a comma splice?

• Removing all punctuation

• Adding more commas

• Subordinating one clause to the other

• Using a colon

What happens when you subordinate one clause to another?

• The sentence becomes a question

• Both clauses become independent

• Both clauses become dependent

• One clause becomes dependent

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B