Is there a Comma Splice?
I came, I saw, I conqeured
Yes (The correct way would be "I came, saw, and conquered.")
I don't want help, I don't need help.
Add "nor do" after the comma.
What is a Comma Splice?
When a comma is used to connect 2 indepedent clauses.
Comma Splices are common, but I like using them.
No (the conjunction "but" doesn't make this sentence a comma splice.)
Can't you hear his calls, you're all he sees.
Add the word "but" after the comma.
How do you avoid creating a Comma Splice
Keep an eye on where your using your Commas and looking out for independent clauses that don't need Commas.
Last year I traveled to London, Montreal, and Madrid.
No (The Comma is needed to set apart each city name.)
Oh you know what they say, I want to buy a toaster.
Replace the comma with a period.
When should you use Comma Splices?
Never in formal writing but in informal writing it can be used.
I wrote this, you wouldn't know otherwise.
No (These are dependent clauses).
Say hello to my dog, his name is Terry
replace the comma with a semicolon
What ways can you fix a Comma Splice?
Some ways include: Adding a conjunction, creating 2 distinct sentences instead, or replacing it with a Semicolon, Keep in mind not all Comma Splices can be solved the same way.
Sam just cooked some pasta, Spaghetti is my favorite.
Yes (The correct version is "Sam just cooked some pasta. Spaghetti is my favorite.")
Submarines are not sandwiches, sandwiches are not meant for war.
Instead of using Comma Splices you should use the FANBOYS acronym which stands for...
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So