PPT-Grammar Check: Correcting Comma Splices, Sentence Fragments

UWC Writing Workshop Spring 2014 Lets see whats out there Basics of Sentence Structure Comma Splices Sentence Fragments Verbs Use Interesting Verbs Use Verbs You Know Dont Use Passive Voice. and Run-on Sentences. From the. UWF Writing Lab’s 101 . Grammar Mini-Lessons Series. Mini-Lesson #33. A comma splice occurs when only a comma separates the two complete sentences (independent clauses). A comma splice is not a comma error. A run-on occurs when two complete sentences are fused together without the proper punctuation.. A . fragment. fails to be a sentence because it cannot stand by itself—does not contain an independent clause.. Does not have subject + verb + complete thought. Fragments include:. Dependent clauses by themselves . 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.. Review: What makes a complete sentence?. Subject. What is the subject in each sentence?. Our teacher always buys some sanity on the way home.. The white mark around the black cat. ’. s neck seemed to form into a noose.. Correcting Sentence Fragments. Correcting Sentence fragments. A. . To stomach the cup of strong coffee that he desperately needed to keep . awake, Lawrence . added seven packets of sugar and a quarter cup of cream. . 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.. Unpardonable Errors . Fragments. , Run-ons, & the . Comma . Splice. Got swag?. Maybe not yet, but we’re working on it :). Phrases and clauses are groups of related words that serve as building blocks . 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). Grammar Toolkit. Comma. Grammar Toolkit. Comma. A comma is the commonest punctuation mark. . It . shows a short pause to separate words and parts . of . sentences. Like all punctuation marks, commas help people understand your writing.. 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.. Joan Gardner, Cara Jacobsen, and April Weiss. Commas. The correct use of commas helps you communicate effectively.. In . some places, commas are required to accurately convey your . meaning….. Commas should be used to prevent confusion.. Sentence Fragments. Sentence fragments often are missing either the subject or the predicate (verb). A subject names someone or something. A predicate makes assertions about the subject. A fragment may also fail to complete a thought.. , . 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..