
Comma Splices and Conjunctions
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9th - 10th Grade
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Richard Gonzalez
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a comma splice?
A punctuation mark used to end a sentence.
The use of a comma to join two independent clauses.
A type of conjunction.
A grammatical rule for using semicolons.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are comma splices considered errors?
They are only used in poetry.
They incorrectly join two independent clauses.
They make sentences too long.
They are not used in literature.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following sentences contains a comma splice?
I went to the store; I bought some milk.
I went to the store and bought some milk.
I went to the store, I bought some milk.
I went to the store. I bought some milk.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why should you avoid using comma splices in daily writing?
They are too formal for everyday use.
They are only used in creative writing.
They can confuse readers and are incorrect in standardized tests.
They are not allowed in any form of writing.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the simplest way to correct a comma splice?
Add a coordinating conjunction.
Use a semicolon.
Separate the clauses with a period.
Use a conjunctive adverb.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using a period to fix a comma splice?
To add emphasis to a sentence.
To introduce a dependent clause.
To separate two independent clauses into separate sentences.
To create a compound sentence.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can a semicolon be used to fix a comma splice?
By replacing the comma with a semicolon.
By placing a semicolon after a dependent clause.
By using a semicolon before a coordinating conjunction.
By adding a semicolon at the end of the sentence.
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