English 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

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

• Comma Splice

• Correct

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

• Comma Splice

• Correct

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

• Comma Splice

• Correct

Jarod had an interview with a television company, I might get a job as his assistant.

• Comma Splice

• Correct

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

• Comma Splice

• Correct

Even after the car was tuned, it still was difficult to start in the mornings.

• Comma Splice

• Correct

The trail was steep and very rocky, nevertheless, every one of the hikers reached the top

• Comma Splice

• Correct

The collar on this shirt is small, this shirt will not fit a person with a large neck

• Comma Splice

• Correct

The flying fox is not really a fox at all; rather, it is a kind of bat whose head resembles that of a fox

• Comma Splice

• Correct