Splicing it?
two independent clauses joined with only a comma
What is a comma splice?
two independent clauses fused together without correct punctuation .
What is a run-on?
add only a semi-colon between two independent clauses
What is one way to correct a run-on?
Comma splice, run-on, fragment?
Will was caught in the middle of the argument. Even though he did not know anything about it.
What is a fragment?
True or False?
It is correct to join two main clauses with a comma and a transitional word.
What is false.
True or False: A fused sentence is a type of run-on.
What is true.
Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated?
a) The cold air whisked around my head I ended up with a head cold.
b) The cold air whisked around my head; I ended up with a head cold.
What is b: The cold air whisked around my head; I ended up with a head cold.
Fused Sentence or Comma Splice?
Spring officially begins with the Spring Equinox on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 this event marks the astronomical first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere ("Almanac.com").
What is a fused sentence or run-on?
Which of the following is a comma splice?
a) Marcia wanted to see a movie but Ted wanted to eat out.
b) Marcia wanted to see a movie, however, Ted wanted to eat out.
What is b) Marcia wanted to see a movie, however, Ted wanted to eat out.
True or False: Do not use a semicolon before a transitional word that does not BEGIN a main clause.
What is true?
One of the ways to correct a run-on sentence that has only a comma is by adding ______.
What is a coordinating conjunction?
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
a) The aroma of the newly baked pound cake hovered throughout the house; as a result, I was tempted to forget my diet.
b) The aroma of the newly baked pound cake hovered throughout the house, as a result, I was tempted to forget my diet.
What is a) The aroma of the newly baked pound cake hovered throughout the house; as a result, I was tempted to forget my diet.
The Chevrolet Cruz was one of the best rated cars of 2017, however, I love my little Honda Accord.
What is a comma splice?
Fragment, Comma Splice, Fused Sentence, or correct?
Claude can't wait to hear from Erica, so he texts her everyday.
Where should the COMMA be placed when you are joining two independent clauses with a comma, a transitional word, and a semicolon? (before or after the transitional word)
What is after the transitional word?
To correct a run-on sentence that is joined with a conjunctive adverb, what punctuation should you use?
What are a semicolon and a comma?
What punctuation should we add to fix this sentence?
Janice wanted a new car for her birthday she got a new album by Rihanna.
What is a semicolon?
Which of the following is a fused (r-o) sentence?
a) A surge in imports was blamed for the slowdown, which meant growth for 2017 came in at 2.3% however, that was better than the 1.5% posted in 2016, but well short of President Trump's 3% target.
b)A surge in imports was blamed for the slowdown, which meant growth for 2017 came in at 2.3%, however, that was better than the 1.5% posted in 2016, but well short of President Trump's 3% target.
What is a) A surge in imports was blamed for the slowdown, which meant growth for 2017 came in at 2.3% however, that was better than the 1.5% posted in 2016, but well short of President Trump's 3% target.
Even calls her twice a day.
What is fragment?
True or False. One way to correct a comma splice is to take out the comma and add a coordinating conjunction.
What is false.
True or False:
One way to correct a run-on sentence is by adding a subordinate conjunction to one of the clauses.
What is true?
What punctuation (and where) is needed in the following sentence?
Brian waited for Tameika patiently; however it took hours for her to get back home.
What is a comma after "however."
Which of the following sentences is correctly written?
a) Angie is really enjoying the new movie about Queen Victoria, in fact; she can't wait for the next episode to air.
b) Angie is really enjoying the new movie about Queen Victoria; in fact, she can't wait for the next episode to air.
What is b) Angie is really enjoying the new movie about Queen Victoria; in fact, she can't wait for the next episode to air.
Lukah is spending the weekend with us, I hope he has a great time; however, I know I will need a vacation when he leaves.
What is comma splice?