Identifying Fragments

Front

What is a sentence fragment?

Back

A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought. It typically lacks a main clause and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

Front

Identify a common indicator of a sentence fragment.

Back

Common indicators of a sentence fragment include the absence of a subject or verb, or the presence of a dependent clause without an independent clause.

Front

Which of the following is a complete sentence? (A) Because I was late. (B) I arrived on time.

Back

B

Front

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

Back

A complete sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought, while a fragment may lack one of these elements and does not express a complete thought.

Front

How can you fix a sentence fragment?

Back

You can fix a sentence fragment by adding it to a nearby complete sentence or by adding the missing subject or verb.

Front

What role do conjunctions play in sentence structure?

Back

Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses, and can help form complete sentences when used correctly.

Front

Provide an example of a dependent clause.

Back

An example of a dependent clause is 'Although it was raining,' which cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

Front

Identify the fragment in the following sentences: 'She loves to read. Especially mystery novels.'

Back

The fragment is 'Especially mystery novels.' It lacks a subject and verb.

Front

What is a run-on sentence?

Back

A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without appropriate punctuation or conjunctions.