Identifying Comma Splices and Fused Sentences

The video tutorial discusses common writing errors, specifically comma splices and fused sentences. It explains how these errors occur and provides three methods to correct them: adding a period, using a semicolon, or inserting a conjunction. The tutorial also highlights that comma splices can be acceptable in informal writing with short clauses and warns against using conjunctive adverbs incorrectly. The importance of reading sentences aloud to identify errors is emphasized.

What is a comma splice?

• A comma used at the end of a sentence

• A comma placed between two independent clauses without a conjunction

• A comma used to separate items in a list

• A sentence with too many commas

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CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.4.2C

What does 'fs' stand for in writing?

• Fragmented sentence

• Full stop

• Formal sentence

• Fused sentence

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CCSS.L.4.1F

Which term is sometimes used interchangeably with comma splices and fused sentences?

• Complex sentence

• Run-on sentence

• Simple sentence

• Compound sentence

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CCSS.L.4.1F

What is the easiest way to fix a comma splice?

• Remove the comma

• Add a semicolon

• Add a period

• Add a conjunction

Which of the following is NOT a method to fix a comma splice?

• Add a period

• Add a semicolon

• Add a conjunction

• Add an exclamation mark

When is it acceptable to use a comma splice?

• In technical documents

• In informal writing with short clauses

• In academic writing

• In formal letters

What is a common cause of comma splices?

• Using conjunctive adverbs

• Using too many commas

• Using short sentences

• Using complex sentences

Which of the following is a conjunctive adverb?

• Or

• However

• But

• And

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CCSS.L.3.1A

What should you do when using a conjunctive adverb to connect two sentences?

• Use a hyphen

• Use a comma

• Use a period or semicolon and start with a capital letter

• Use a conjunction

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1G

CCSS.L.2.1E

What is the best way to identify comma splices and fused sentences in your writing?

• Read your sentences aloud

• Use a grammar checker

• Ask someone else to read your work

• Write shorter sentences