Comma Splices

What is a comma splice?

• When a comma is used with a FANBOYS

• When a comma is used after an introductory phrase

• When a comma isn't used but should be

• When a comma is used without a FANBOYS

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

One of the most interesting plants is the cactus, for it is able to live without water for years.

• Comma Splice

• Correct

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

John is always late for school, nobody seems to care.

• Comma Splice

• Correct

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Driving the car is fast and comfortable, riding the bicycle is better for one's health.

• Comma Splice

• Correct

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

When a student likes his class, he is more likely to achieve good grades.

• Comma Splice

• Correct

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

Choose if each of the following sentences (or groups of sentences) is Complete or if there is a Comma splice:

We tried to call you, but you didn't pick up the phone.

• Splice

• Complete

Tags

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

It's hot outside, make sure you drink plenty of water.

• Complete

• Splice

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1F

The test is difficult, you should study hard.

• Splice

• Complete

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1F

We can do this, you just need to help me.

• Complete

• Splice

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1F

Choose the correct cunjunction for each sentence.

I am going to go to the beach, I am going to the mountains?

• For

• But

• Yet

• Nor

• Or

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E