Each sentence below contains two main clauses, but due to incomplete punctuation, the

sentence is either a run-on or a comma splice. Remember that a run-on sentence includes two
independent clauses without proper punctuation between them. A comma splice has an
insufficient comma that needs to be followed by a fanboys or that needs to be changed to a
semicolon or a period. Identify the error and correct each sentence by making one of the
clauses dependent or by using a comma, a fanboys and a comma, a semicolon, or a period.
Celebrities need attention yet photographers can be too aggressive. (run-on, comma splice)

What will be an ideal response?


run-on

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A. won't affect the word choices, sentences, or paragraphs you write B. will be different depending on the goal, audience, and situation C. consists only of simple words and short sentences D. is the same for all documents you write

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Cosa studi all’università?

Rispondi alle domande con una frase completa. (Answer the questions with a complete sentence.)

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Smith convinces his younger half-brother to stay off the streets

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Restrictive elements in sentences do not require commas to enclose them

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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