Fragments Run Ons Splices

What is a fragment in a sentence?

• A fragment in a sentence is a sentence that is too long.

• A fragment in a sentence is a type of punctuation mark.

• A fragment in a sentence is a complete sentence with no errors.

• A fragment in a sentence is an incomplete sentence that is missing a subject, verb, or both.

How can you fix a run-on sentence?

• Use a semicolon to separate the independent clauses

• Combine the independent clauses without any punctuation

• Add more words to make the sentence longer

• Separate the independent clauses into separate sentences or use appropriate punctuation like a comma and a coordinating conjunction.

What is a comma splice?

• A comma splice is a type of dance move.

• A comma splice is a punctuation mark used in coding.

• A comma splice is a type of fruit salad.

• A comma splice is when two independent clauses are joined together with a comma.

Can a fragment be a complete sentence?

• No

• Rarely

• Sometimes

• Yes

What punctuation mark is commonly used to fix a comma splice?

• Exclamation mark

• Semicolon

• Period

• Question mark

Give an example of a run-on sentence.

• She was tired she decided to take a nap.

• The dog barked loudly it scared the cat.

• I woke up late I missed the bus I had to walk to school.

• I went to the store to buy milk I also picked up some bread.

Why should fragments be avoided in writing?

• Fragments lack completeness and coherence, making it hard for readers to understand.

• Fragments enhance the flow and coherence of the text.

• Fragments help to maintain a clear and concise writing style.

• Fragments are essential for creating suspense in writing.

Explain the difference between a fragment and a run-on sentence.

• A fragment is two or more independent clauses joined improperly, while a run-on sentence is complete.

• A fragment is incomplete, while a run-on sentence is two or more independent clauses joined improperly.

• A fragment is a type of run-on sentence.

• A fragment is a complete sentence, while a run-on sentence is incomplete.

How can you identify a comma splice in a sentence?

• Check for a comma separating a subject and verb

• Identify two independent clauses separated by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

• Identify a dependent clause followed by a comma

• Look for a semicolon separating two independent clauses

Rewrite the following sentence to correct the fragment: 'Running through the park.'

• Running through the park, a common activity.

• The park is where running happens.

• People were running through the park.

• Running through the park is fun.