Sentence Fluency Quiz & Flashcards for 1776 Events

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What is a comma splice?

The combination of two or more independent clauses that are separated only by a comma, instead of by a period or semicolon.

What is a dependent clause?

A group of words that contains a subject and a predicate but does not express a complete idea.

What is a fused sentence?

The combination of two or more independent clauses that are not separated by punctuation marks.

What is an independent clause?

A group of words that contains a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete idea. Signup and view all the answers

What is a predicate?

Words that tell something about the subject. Signup and view all the answers

What is a run-on sentence?

The combination of two or more independent clauses that are not separated by an appropriate conjunction or correct punctuation mark. Signup and view all the answers

What is sentence fluency?

The rhythm and flow of sentences in a text. Signup and view all the answers

What is a sentence fragment?

An incomplete sentence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the subject of a sentence?

The 'who' or 'what' of a sentence. Signup and view all the answers

Which is the best way to combine these sentences: Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776. The Revolutionary War began that same year.

Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776, and the Revolutionary War began that same year. Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence in the paragraph is structured differently than the others?

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Which of the following is a sentence fragment?

Barack Obama, who won the presidential election in 2008 and was inaugurated in 2009. Signup and view all the answers

Which is the best way to revise this sentence to improve variety: Jefferson began writing in early June of 1776, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft.

In early June 1776, Jefferson began writing, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft. Signup and view all the answers

Which is the best way to rewrite this sentence: Despite his nerves he was ready for his first interview and had thought through each potential question.

Despite his nerves, he was ready for his first interview; he had thought through each potential question. Signup and view all the answers

A _______ has two or more independent clauses without any punctuation between.

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Which statement best describes the paragraph summarizing Olaudah Equiano's slave narrative?

The sentences in the paragraph are structured similarly. Signup and view all the answers

Which is the best way to combine these two sentences: There were five original Iroquois Nations. In the early 1700s, the Tuscarora joined the Confederacy as the sixth.

There were five original Iroquois Nations; in the early 1700s, the Tuscarora joined the Confederacy as the sixth. Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence contains a comma splice?

Marco rode to school on his bicycle this morning, he arrived an hour early. Signup and view all the answers

Why does this paragraph lack sentence variety?

Each sentence begins with the subject. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sentence Structures and Concepts

Comma Splice: Incorrectly combines independent clauses solely with a comma.
Dependent Clause: Contains a subject and predicate but does not express a complete thought.
Fused Sentence: Joins independent clauses without any punctuation.
Independent Clause: Consists of a subject and predicate, conveying a complete idea.
Predicate: Describes actions or attributes of the subject.
Run-On Sentence: Merges independent clauses without proper conjunctions or punctuation.

Importance of Sentence Fluency

Sentence Fluency: Relates to the rhythm and smoothness in writing, enhancing readability.
Sentence Fragment: An incomplete sentence lacking necessary components to stand alone.

Examples and Revision Techniques

Combining sentences effectively improves clarity; e.g., "Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776, and the Revolutionary War began that same year."
Identifying sentence structure variations enhances engagement; e.g., juxtaposing simple and complex sentences.

Identifying Sentence Errors

A sentence fragment is identifiable by its inability to stand alone. Example: "Barack Obama, who won the presidential election in 2008 and was inaugurated in 2009."
A comma splice can be identified by the use of a comma between independent clauses without a conjunction, such as in "Marco rode to school on his bicycle this morning, he arrived an hour early."

Enhancing Sentence Variety

Variation can be achieved by restructuring sentences. For example, altering "Jefferson began writing in early June 1776, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft" to "In early June 1776, Jefferson began writing, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft."
Structured sentences similarly can lead to monotony in writing, as seen in a paragraph where each begins with the subject.

Techniques for Combining Sentences

Use semicolons or conjunctions appropriately to avoid comma splices and fused sentences.
Consider revisions that enhance clarity and coherence, ensuring that each sentence has a different structure to maintain reader interest.

Practical Application

Understanding and identifying types of sentences is critical for effective writing and communication.
Recognizing sentence fluency principles helps to create more engaging and sophisticated textual compositions.

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Test your knowledge on sentence fluency with these flashcards. Learn key terms such as comma splice, dependent clause, and fused sentence. Improve your writing skills by mastering these important concepts.