Fragment or Run-On
s this a fragment or run-on or sentence? Why?
Since Captain America inspires other heroes.
Fragment
It is missing a complete thought. The sentence could be: Since Captain America inspires other heroes, other comic heroes become popular.
After shattering through the thick plates of glass, I began to attempt to rise back up to my feet. Sharp pain seared through all of my limbs, causing me to wince in pain with each careful step I took.
The word seared means:
a. to wound
b. to join
c. to cause a burning sensation
d. to grill quickly
c. to cause a burning sensation
You run up and down the court. You have to be able to chase down the ball. Sometimes you play for five or six minutes straight without a time out.
What is the main idea of this paragraph?
A. Exercise is hard.
B. Basketball is an athletic sport.
C. I love the Lakers.
D. I played basketball last Thanksgiving.
B. Basketball is an athletic sport.
Early man used weapons because they needed to find food. The italicized sentence is....
A. Effect
B. Cause
C. None
B. Cause
Sarah was lying on the sofa, she was touching her stomach and thinking about the very big cake she ate earlier. What conclusion can you draw?
a. she is still hungry
b. she ate too much cake and feels sick
a. she is still hungry
Is this a fragment, run-on, or sentence? Why?
Iron Man's real name is Tony Stark Hulk's real name is Dr. Banner.
Run-on
Iron Man's real name is Tony Stark, and Hulk's real name is Dr. Banner.
Iron Man's real name is Tony Stark. Hulk's real name is Dr. Banner.
Iron Man's real name is Tony Stark; Hulk's real name is Dr. Banner.
Our eyes lit up when we shook each other’s hands. Right out of the gate we both had the same grip and strength to our handshakes. Each had a genuine smile and a light heart. It seemed like a rather auspicious beginning.
What does the word auspicious most likely mean?
a. giving a sign of a future fight
b. giving a sign of hard work
c. giving a sign of future success
d. giving a sign of past anger
c. giving a sign of future success
What is the main idea in this paragraph?
When you bake cookies, you first have to make sure you have all the ingredients. Then you have to mix them together. Finally, you have to put them in the oven.
A. Cookies are easier to make than cake.
B. My grandma has the best cookies recipe.
C. There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies.
D. Cookies are easier to make than cake.
C. There are a few steps you must follow when making cookies.
The glaciers began to melt; therefore, the land bridge between Asia and North America became flooded.
The italicized sentence is....
A. Effect
B. Cause
C. None
A. Effect
The boys played outside all day and got very dirty, now it's time to go home. What conclusion can you draw?
a. When they get home they will go to bed
b. When they get home they will take a bath.
b. When they get home they will take a bath.
Is this a fragment, run-on, or sentence?
My family watched the movies out of order, I would like to see them again in order.
Run-on
My family watched the movies out of order; I would like to see them again in order.
My family watched the movies out of order, and I would like to see them again in order.
My family watched the movies out of order. I would like to see them again in order.
Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research. What does “esteemed” mean?
a. held over boiling water
b. very old
c. unable to chew gum
d. greatly admired
d. greatly admired
What are the sentences called that tell more about the main idea?
A. conclusion
B. supporting details
C. main idea
D. paragraph
B. Supporting Details
Below are the signal words for cause, except...
A. due to
B. because
C. as a result
C. as a result
Tom's football team practice everyday, eat healthily and work together.
John's football team are lazy, don't practice, and eat unhealthily. What conclusion can you draw?
a. Tom's team will win the football competition
b. John's team will win the football competition
b. John's team will win the football competition
Is this a fragment, run-on, or sentence? Why?
If Marvel makes more movies about the Avengers.
Fragment. It is missing a complete thought.
If Marvel makes more movies about the Avengers, people will be so happy.
Some people are always bashing the class president just like others bashed the one before him. Wouldn't you think that everyone could find something to praise him for, at least once in a while? What does “bashing” mean in the above selection?
a. going to too many expensive parties
b. judging too harshly
c. hitting hard with a heavy tool
d. voting for a different candidate
b. judging too harshly
Which supporting detail best supports this topic sentence? "Dora the Explorer is an educational show for kids."
A. She has a really cute monkey named Boots.
B. Dora's purple backpack holds all of her tools.
C. Dora helps teach kids Spanish words.
D. She usually stops Swiper from swiping.
C. Dora helps teach kids Spanish words.
Early man slowly started to grow food, and as a result, their lives became easier.
The italicized sentence is...
A. cause
B. effect
C. None
A. Cause
Is this a fragment, run-on, or sentence? Why?
My friend and I are writing our own superhero stories.
A sentence. It is a complete thought and correct punctuation.
No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Every portable device is being made with an Internet connection. Most new TVs and other electronics come with Internet connections as well. The Internet is truly ubiquitous. If something is ubiquitous, it is
a. everywhere
b. dangerous
c. mysterious
d. exciting
a. everywhere
Below are hints for determining the main idea. Which one is NOT?
A. Check the first and last sentence
B. Look for repeated words, phrases, or ideas
C. Summarize the text in your own words.
D. Make a guess
D. Make a guess
Below are the effect signal words except:
A. As a result
B. Therefore
C. Due to
C. Due to
a. chocolate and strawberry ice cream
b. vanilla and chocolate ice cream
c. pizza and chips
a. chocolate and strawberry ice cream