Sentence Structure and Fragments Quiz
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Which of the following is an example of a complete sentence?

  • The men were
  • After the concert
  • They are going to the store. (correct)
  • Hoping to win a scholarship
  • Identify the option that represents a sentence fragment.

  • Before the rain started. (correct)
  • She enjoys painting.
  • Is it time for dinner?
  • The dog ran quickly.
  • What is the main function of capitalization in a sentence?

  • To indicate a question.
  • To separate ideas.
  • To signify emphasis.
  • To show the beginning of a sentence. (correct)
  • Which of the following sentences correctly uses end punctuation?

    <p>It is very cold outside!</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately revises a fragment into a complete sentence?

    <p>I prefer chocolate ice cream.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these groups of words is a proper sentence?

    <p>There are two birds in the tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean for a group of words to express a complete thought?

    <p>It has a subject and a verb.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly identifies a fragment?

    <p>Before the sun sets。</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a fused sentence?

    <p>A sentence where two complete thoughts are joined without punctuation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly identifies a comma splice?

    <p>My sister loves pizza, she eats it every week.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can be used to revise a run-on sentence?

    <p>Insert a semicolon to separate the independent clauses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you correct the run-on sentence: 'I enjoy hiking I also like swimming'?

    <p>I enjoy hiking; I also like swimming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demonstrates a correct use of a conjunctive adverb to fix a run-on sentence?

    <p>The sun was shining; however, it was still cold.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence contains a run-on structure?

    <p>The dog barked loudly it was scared.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to revise the sentence: 'Jeremiah joined the school orchestra, he plays the violin.'?

    <p>Both A and C.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence employs a correct revision technique for a run-on structure?

    <p>The committee decided to meet; they had important issues to discuss.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the predicate in a sentence?

    <p>It provides information about the subject.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences contains a complete subject?

    <p>The tall, green grass swayed in the breeze.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of using a comma and coordinating conjunction correctly?

    <p>They danced all night, yet they were tired.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify the location of the complete predicate in the sentence 'The dog jumped over the fence.'

    <p>At the end of the sentence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following lists components of a sentence correctly?

    <p>Subject and predicate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the sentence 'Did Phoebe's brother win the poetry contest?', what is the complete subject?

    <p>Phoebe's brother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence correctly splits the given statement into two separate sentences? 'Did you see the art exhibit my mom wouldn't let me attend?'

    <p>Did you see the art exhibit? My mom wouldn't let me go.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to use a comma in the sentence 'I have always loved animals someday I'd like to be a veterinarian.'?

    <p>I have always loved animals, so someday I'd like to be a veterinarian.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Sentence Structure

    • A sentence is a group of words containing a subject and a verb, expressing a complete thought.
    • A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought.
    • Sentences begin with a capital letter and end with a period, question mark, or exclamation mark.

    Identifying Sentences and Fragments

    • Sentences (S) express complete thoughts.
    • Fragments (F) do not express complete thoughts.

    Revising Fragments to Create Sentences

    • Word groups can be revised to form complete sentences, adding details and clarity.
    • Example: "standing in the lobby" becomes "I have been standing in the Lobby."

    Run-On Sentences

    • Run-on sentences are two or more complete sentences combined without proper punctuation.
    • Two types exist: fused (no punctuation between sentences) and comma splices (sentences connected only by a comma).

    Correcting Run-On Sentences

    • Run-on sentences can be corrected by separating them into separate sentences, using semicolons, or using conjunctive adverbs with commas.
      • Example: "The Delaware River is in eastern Pennsylvania the Ohio River is in Western Pennsylvania." becomes "The Delaware River is in eastern Pennsylvania; however, the Ohio River is in western Pennsylvania."

    Subject and Predicate

    • A sentence has two main parts: subject (the who or what the sentence is about) and predicate (what is said about the subject).
    • The complete subject includes all words identifying the subject, and the complete predicate includes all words describing the subject.

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