Identifying Run-On Sentences

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What is the difference between a subordinator and a coordinator?

  • Subordinators work only with dependent clauses, while coordinators work only with independent clauses.
  • Subordinators make sentences work together, while coordinators make sentences dependent.
  • Subordinators make sentences dependent, while coordinators make sentences work together on an equal playing field. (correct)
  • Subordinators are used for connecting run-on sentences, while coordinators are used for separating clauses.

Which of the following is NOT one of the seven coordinators?

  • For
  • And
  • Nor
  • However (correct)

How can a writer improve a run-on sentence?

  • By adding more coordinating conjunctions
  • By rearranging the sentence structure and adding subordinators (correct)
  • By creating longer sentences to connect ideas
  • By removing all punctuation marks

What is a common misconception about good writing and run-on sentences?

<p>Having many subjects and verbs in one sentence is an indicator of good writing. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action can help avoid run-on sentences?

<p>Making regular sentence breaks and checking subject-verb agreement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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