Module 3 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a comma splice?
A
A comma splice is two independent clauses inappropriately joined by a comma. It can be fixed with a semicolon or coordination conjunction.
2
Q
What is a sentence fragment?
A
A sentence that doesn’t tell the whole story. Leaves out either the subject or predicate.
3
Q
What is a run-on sentence?
A
A run-on sentence is two independent clauses in one sentence without punctuation or conjunctions. It can be fixed with a semicolon or coordination conjunction.
4
Q
What is an independent clause?
A
A clause that can stand by itself as a simple sentence
