What is a comma splice?
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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A comma splice is a grammatical error that occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of a semicolon?
Back
A semicolon is used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Define 'independent clause'.
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the function of a coordinating conjunction?
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Coordinating conjunctions (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) connect words, phrases, or independent clauses.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?
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'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something, while 'effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of an introductory phrase?
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An introductory phrase provides context or background information and is usually followed by a comma.
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