What is a run-on sentence?
Flashcard #2: Run-Ons & Comma Splices

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without proper punctuation or conjunctions.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a comma splice?
Back
A comma splice is a grammatical error that occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the correct way to fix a run-on sentence.
Back
You can fix a run-on sentence by using a period, a semicolon, or a coordinating conjunction.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a coordinating conjunction?
Back
A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. Common examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Choose the correct punctuation for this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk I was too tired.'
Back
I wanted to go for a walk, but I was too tired.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between a run-on sentence and a comma splice?
Back
A run-on sentence has no punctuation between independent clauses, while a comma splice incorrectly uses a comma to join them.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Provide an example of a comma splice.
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