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What does a sentence require to express a complete thought?
What does a sentence require to express a complete thought?
Which of the following correctly describes a fragment?
Which of the following correctly describes a fragment?
How can one correct a run-on sentence?
How can one correct a run-on sentence?
Which of the following indicates a major characteristic of a semicolon?
Which of the following indicates a major characteristic of a semicolon?
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What is an example of comma splice?
What is an example of comma splice?
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Which sentence restructuring technique involves integrating a fragment into a complete sentence?
Which sentence restructuring technique involves integrating a fragment into a complete sentence?
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Study Notes
Sentences and Their Components
- A sentence is a complete thought with both a subject and a predicate.
- The predicate indicates what the subject does or did.
- The subject identifies who or what the sentence is about.
Sentence Fragments
- A fragment lacks a complete thought, missing a subject or predicate, and often forms a dependent clause.
- Common beginnings for fragments include subordinate adverbs like whenever, because, since, until, although, and even if.
Fixing Sentence Fragments
- Combine the fragment with a nearby sentence (e.g., "On that morning, I sat in my usual spot. On the old wooden chair in the corner of my grandmother’s kitchen" can be integrated).
- Alternatively, convert the fragment into a complete sentence.
Run-On Sentences
- A run-on sentence occurs when two independent sentences are fused without conjunction or punctuation.
- Use a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet) to separate ideas correctly.
Using Semicolons
- A semicolon functions similarly to a period, acting as a full stop between closely related independent clauses.
- Transitional expressions may accompany a semicolon to enhance clarity but are not mandatory.
Structuring Sentences
- Separate independent clauses into distinct sentences for clarity.
- Restructure sentences as needed to improve flow and coherence.
Comma Splices
- Comma splices occur when two independent clauses are linked only by a comma, without a conjunction. These should be avoided for proper sentence structure.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the fundamental elements of sentence structure, including subjects, predicates, and fragments. It explores how to identify complete thoughts and recognize incomplete ones. Challenge your understanding and reinforce your grammar skills.
