Sentence Fragments and Run-ons
Remember: A sentence fragment is an incomplete sentence missing a subject, verb, or complete thought. A run-on sentence incorrectly joins two or more complete sentences without proper punctuation.
Part A: Identify (4 marks)
Write F for fragment, R for run-on, or C for correct.
1. ____ Because the weather was terrible and we stayed inside.
2. ____ The dog barked loudly it woke up the whole neighbourhood.
3. ____ Sarah completed her homework before dinner.
4. ____ Running through the park with his friends.
Part B: Fix the Fragments (6 marks)
Rewrite each fragment as a complete sentence.
1. While waiting for the bus this morning.
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2. The new student from Auckland.
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3. After finishing the test and checking all the answers.
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Part C: Fix the Run-ons (6 marks)
Correct each run-on sentence. You may use a full stop, semicolon, or conjunction.
1. I love reading books my favourite genre is science fiction.
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2. The concert was amazing we danced all night long.
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3. She studied hard for the exam she wanted to get excellent marks.
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Part D: Mixed Practice (4 marks)
Each sentence below has an error. Rewrite it correctly.
1. The library closes at 5pm it opens again tomorrow at 9am.
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2. When the rain finally stopped and the sun came out.
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