GED grammar fragments and run-ons flashcards

What is a sentence fragment?

An incomplete sentence that lacks a subject or verb.

What is a run-on sentence?

A sentence that incorrectly combines two or more independent clauses without proper punctuation.

True or false: All fragments are incorrect.

False, because fragments can be used stylistically in writing.

Difference between a fragment and a complete sentence.

A complete sentence has both a subject and a verb; a fragment does not.

Identify the fragment: 'When we went to the store.'

'When we went to the store' is a fragment because it lacks a main clause.

Fix this run-on: 'I love to read I enjoy writing.'

'I love to read, and I enjoy writing.' Correctly connects the clauses.

What punctuation can fix a run-on?

A semicolon, period, or coordinating conjunction can separate independent clauses.

True or false: 'She runs every day it keeps her healthy.'

True, because it combines two independent clauses improperly.

Fill in the blank: A sentence fragment usually lacks a _____ or _____

subject or verb.

What is a coordinating conjunction?

A word that connects clauses (e.g., and, but, or).

Fix this fragment: 'After the movie ended.'

'After the movie ended, we went for dinner.' This adds a main clause.

Difference between a comma splice and a run-on.

A comma splice uses a comma incorrectly between independent clauses.

Choose the correct option: 'I enjoy swimming, I love the ocean.'

'I enjoy swimming; I love the ocean.' is correct.

True or false: All complete sentences have a subject.

True, because every complete sentence requires a subject.

Identify the error: 'She loves basketball he plays every week.'

It's a run-on; need punctuation or a conjunction.

What is an independent clause?

A group of words that can stand alone as a sentence.

Fill in the blank: A run-on sentence can be fixed by using a _____ or a _____.

period or conjunction.