Sentence Fragments and Run-ons

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What is a sentence fragment?

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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.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without appropriate punctuation or conjunctions, making the sentence confusing or difficult to read.

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How can you identify a sentence fragment?

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You can identify a sentence fragment by looking for incomplete thoughts, missing subjects or verbs, or phrases that do not form a complete sentence.

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What are the common conjunctions that can be used to connect independent clauses?

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The common conjunctions include: and, but, or, nor, for, so, and yet.

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What punctuation is often needed to correct a run-on sentence?

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A semicolon (;) or a comma followed by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but) is often needed to correct a run-on sentence.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon in sentence structure?

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A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses, indicating a pause that is stronger than a comma but weaker than a period.

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What is an example of a sentence fragment?

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An example of a sentence fragment is: 'Because I was late.' This does not express a complete thought.

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What is an example of a run-on sentence?

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An example of a run-on sentence is: 'I love to read I go to the library every week.' This can be corrected by adding a conjunction or punctuation.

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How can you fix a sentence fragment?

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

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What is the difference between a dependent clause and an independent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and relies on an independent clause, while an independent clause can stand alone and expresses a complete thought.