Sentences: Fragments & Run-ons

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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 proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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Give an example of a run-on sentence.

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I read his report it was interesting and well-written.

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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 and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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Give an example of a sentence fragment.

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Working in their communities.

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by adding a period, a semicolon, or a conjunction.

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What is a complete sentence?

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A complete sentence has a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete thought.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'My grandmother taught me about quilting I really enjoy this craft.'

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Run-on Sentence.

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Identify the type of sentence: 'You can hold a bake sale.'

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Complete Sentence.

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What punctuation can be used to separate independent clauses?

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A semicolon (;) or a comma followed by a conjunction (and, but, or, etc.).

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What is the purpose of conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses to create more complex sentences.