Run-on Sentences

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence is a sentence that combines two or more independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by splitting it into smaller sentences, using a period, or by using a conjunction.

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What punctuation can be used to separate independent clauses?

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A semicolon can be used to separate independent clauses.

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Identify the run-on sentence: 'I love to read I go to the library every week.'

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This is a run-on sentence because it combines two independent clauses without proper punctuation.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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Identify the correct way to fix this run-on: 'She likes ice cream he prefers cake.'

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She likes ice cream, but he prefers cake.

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What is the purpose of a period in a sentence?

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A period is used to indicate the end of a sentence.

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True or False: A run-on sentence can be correct if it makes sense.

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False. A run-on sentence is incorrect regardless of whether it makes sense.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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Identify the run-on sentence: 'The sun is shining it is a beautiful day.'

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This is a run-on sentence because it combines two independent clauses without proper punctuation.