PPT-Comma Splices

by Nhut Kelly Josh Eddie Brian and Kimeya Independent Clauses Independent clause A group of words that have a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought It can stand alone EX Jim studied in the Sweet Shop for his Chemistry test. UWC Writing Workshop. Fall 2013. http://. www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWyrN22Zmuo. (courtesy of the Electric Company). Let’s see what’s out there…. What do you know about sentence structure? . What do you think of when you hear “sentence structure?”. The comma splice and run-on (or fused) sentence are major punctuation errors that can comma spliceen no punctuation at all separates simple sentences: is dishonest. He steals Even though these are Comma Splices & Fused Sentences. Comma Splices and Fused Sentences. Comma . Splice:. Only a comma between two main sentences. .. . Fused . Sentence: (. Also known as a run-on sentence) No punctuation between independent clauses.. RUN-ON SENTENCES. A . run-on sentence . consists of two or more independent clauses with no punctuation or connector between them. Run-on sentences must be corrected. . EXAMPLES . Run-on: . We headed off to the game during the rain the rain stopped before we got there. . Fixing a Common Error. What is a Comma Splice? . A comma splice refers to the . linking of two independent clauses with a comma.. Remember, an independent clause can stand on its own as a complete sentence: it has a . Run-on Sentences. Run-on . sentences. . occur . when there is no punctuation . and/or . no coordinating conjunction between two independent clauses. .. Example: The . snow needs to be shovelled get going on it right away.. 314 FAX 800-245-0329 SPLICES Splices Glossary of Splicing Terms ........................... 316 Cable Types for Splicing ........................ 317-319 Low Voltage Splices 0-600V ............... CHAPTER 4 . Page 71. Tells a story: for a reason. You may write an ENTIRE . N. arrative essay OR. Skillfully include narration within another type of essay for effect. For your upcoming assignment: You will write a NARRATIVE Essay &:. Angela Gulick. CAS Writing Specialist. June . 2015. What Is a Sentence?. A complete sentence is made up of two or more parts: . A subject . (who or what the sentence is about). A verb . (what the action is that is taking place). Correcting . Common Sentence Errors. Do you want papers . with . fewer r. ed marks? . This workshop will:. Help you identify common sentence errors. Give you easy ways to make corrections. Enable you to develop your own personal editing checklist. Mike Koratzinos. 19 March 2009. The first page. . In this talk I will deal only with the splices of the main circuits (RB, RQD, RQF) since they are the most important as far as stored energy is concerned (other circuits: same principles apply). A note on Sentence structure. Comma Splices, Run-ons, and Fragments are errors in sentence structure, either in failing to create an independent clause or in failing to correctly join two independent clauses together.. , . A comma is a punctuation mark that indicates a pause is needed in a sentence.. Commas help to clarify meaning for the reader.. . Overview: When to use a comma. Set off interrupting or parenthetical expressions (clauses and phrases).. ).. Road construction can be inconvenient, but it is necessary.. The new house has a large fenced backyard, so I am sure our dog will enjoy it.. Comma. To get a good grade, you must complete all your assignments..