Question 1

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-I love to play tennis I'm not very good at it.

Accepted Answer

A)  I love to play tennis, I'm not very good at it. 
B)  I love to play tennis but, I'm not very good at it. 
C)  I love to play tennis, but I'm not very good at it. 
D)  I love to play tennis however I'm not very good at it. 
A)  I love to play tennis, I'm not very good at it. 
B)  I love to play tennis but, I'm not very good at it. 
C)  I love to play tennis, but I'm not very good at it. 
D)  I love to play tennis however I'm not very good at it. C

Question 2

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods.
-I had a flat tire on the way to my interview, I arrived 30 minutes late.

Accepted Answer

There are a few ways to correct the comma splice and run-on sentence in this example:

1. Separate the two independent clauses into two separate sentences:
"I had a flat tire on the way to my interview. I arrived 30 minutes late."

2. Use a coordinating conjunction (such as "and" or "but") to join the two independent clauses:
"I had a flat tire on the way to my interview, but I arrived 30 minutes late."

3. Use a semicolon to join the two independent clauses:
"I had a flat tire on the way to my interview; I arrived 30 minutes late."

Question 3

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-The computers were on sale so I purchased a new laptop.

Accepted Answer

A)  The computers were on sale, so I purchased a new laptop. 
B)  The computers were on sale and I purchased a new laptop. 
C)  The computers were on sale; so I purchased a new laptop. 
D)  The computers were on sale; so, I purchased a new laptop. 
A)  The computers were on sale, so I purchased a new laptop. 
B)  The computers were on sale and I purchased a new laptop. 
C)  The computers were on sale; so I purchased a new laptop. 
D)  The computers were on sale; so, I purchased a new laptop. A

Question 4

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods.
-Martha was married to George, she was in love with Arnold.

Accepted Answer

To correct the comma splice and run-on s

Question 5

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-I must be a genius I figured out how to register for classes with no complications.

Accepted Answer

A)  I must be a genius, as a result, I figured out how to register for classes with no complications. 
B)  I must be a genius; as a result I figured out how to register for classes with no complications. 
C)  I must be a genius, as a result I figured out how to register for classes with no complications. 
D)  I must be a genius; as a result, I figured out how to register for classes with no complications. 
A)  I must be a genius, as a result, I figured out how to register for classes with no complications. 
B)  I must be a genius; as a result I figured out how to register for classes with no complications. 
C)  I must be a genius, as a result I figured out how to register for classes with no complications. 
D)  I must be a genius; as a result, I figured out how to register for classes with no complications.

Question 6

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-It's not easy to find a good job, some people take jobs they don't want.

Accepted Answer

A)  It's not easy to find a good job, so some people take jobs they don't want. 
B)  It's not easy to find a good job, thus some people take jobs they don't want. 
C)  It's not easy to find a good job thus, some people take jobs they don't want. 
D)  It's not easy to find a good job so, some people take jobs they don't want. 
A)  It's not easy to find a good job, so some people take jobs they don't want. 
B)  It's not easy to find a good job, thus some people take jobs they don't want. 
C)  It's not easy to find a good job thus, some people take jobs they don't want. 
D)  It's not easy to find a good job so, some people take jobs they don't want.

Question 7

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-We only watched movies and drank soda, Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house.

Accepted Answer

A)  We only watched movies and drank soda Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house. 
B)  We only watched movies and drank soda, Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house. 
C)  We only watched movies and drank soda; Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house. 
D)  We only watched movies and drank soda for Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house. 
A)  We only watched movies and drank soda Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house. 
B)  We only watched movies and drank soda, Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house. 
C)  We only watched movies and drank soda; Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house. 
D)  We only watched movies and drank soda for Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house.

Question 8

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-Jeff left Annette at the altar her mother vowed to get revenge.

Accepted Answer

A)  Jeff left Annette at the altar, her mother vowed to get revenge. 
B)  Jeff left Annette at the altar; then her mother vowed to get revenge. 
C)  Jeff left Annette at the altar, then her mother vowed to get revenge. 
D)  Jeff left Annette at the altar, then, her mother vowed to get revenge. 
A)  Jeff left Annette at the altar, her mother vowed to get revenge. 
B)  Jeff left Annette at the altar; then her mother vowed to get revenge. 
C)  Jeff left Annette at the altar, then her mother vowed to get revenge. 
D)  Jeff left Annette at the altar, then, her mother vowed to get revenge.

Question 9

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-Barbara wanted the promotion unfortunately she compromised her morals to get it.

Accepted Answer

A)  Barbara wanted the promotion, unfortunately; she compromised her morals to get it. 
B)  Barbara wanted the promotion, unfortunately, she compromised her morals to get it. 
C)  Barbara wanted the promotion; unfortunately, she compromised her morals to get it. 
D)  Barbara wanted the promotion, unfortunately she compromised her morals to get it. 
A)  Barbara wanted the promotion, unfortunately; she compromised her morals to get it. 
B)  Barbara wanted the promotion, unfortunately, she compromised her morals to get it. 
C)  Barbara wanted the promotion; unfortunately, she compromised her morals to get it. 
D)  Barbara wanted the promotion, unfortunately she compromised her morals to get it.

Question 10

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods.
-Performing community service can be rewarding, it is a great opportunity to meet new people.

Accepted Answer

To correct the comma splice and run-on s

Question 11

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-High heels hurt my feet but my new shoes look great with my dress.

Accepted Answer

A)  High heels hurt my feet but, my new shoes look great with my dress. 
B)  High heels hurt my feet, but my new shoes look great with my dress. 
C)  High heels hurt my feet; but my new shoes look great with my dress. 
D)  High heels hurt my feet; but, my new shoes look great with my dress. 
A)  High heels hurt my feet but, my new shoes look great with my dress. 
B)  High heels hurt my feet, but my new shoes look great with my dress. 
C)  High heels hurt my feet; but my new shoes look great with my dress. 
D)  High heels hurt my feet; but, my new shoes look great with my dress.

Question 12

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-The scouts weren't prepared for the hike they were exhausted when they made camp.

Accepted Answer

A)  The scouts weren't prepared for the hike, they were exhausted when they made camp. 
B)  The scouts weren't prepared for the hike; they were exhausted when they made camp. 
C)  The scouts weren't prepared for the hike so, they were exhausted when they made camp. 
D)  The scouts weren't prepared for the hike; so, they were exhausted when they made camp. 
A)  The scouts weren't prepared for the hike, they were exhausted when they made camp. 
B)  The scouts weren't prepared for the hike; they were exhausted when they made camp. 
C)  The scouts weren't prepared for the hike so, they were exhausted when they made camp. 
D)  The scouts weren't prepared for the hike; so, they were exhausted when they made camp.

Question 13

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-Janet left fingerprints on the glass, the detectives were able to solve the crime.

Accepted Answer

A)  Janet left fingerprints on the glass, consequently, the detectives were able to solve the crime. 
B)  Janet left fingerprints on the glass; consequently, the detectives were able to solve the crime. 
C)  Janet left fingerprints on the glass so the detectives were able to solve the crime. 
D)  Janet left fingerprints on the glass the detectives were able to solve the crime. 
A)  Janet left fingerprints on the glass, consequently, the detectives were able to solve the crime. 
B)  Janet left fingerprints on the glass; consequently, the detectives were able to solve the crime. 
C)  Janet left fingerprints on the glass so the detectives were able to solve the crime. 
D)  Janet left fingerprints on the glass the detectives were able to solve the crime.

Question 14

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-The students stood in line all afternoon they wanted to get good seats at the concert.

Accepted Answer

A)  The students stood in line all afternoon; they, wanted to get good seats at the concert. 
B)  The students stood in line all afternoon, they wanted to get good seats at the concert. 
C)  The students stood in line all afternoon; since they wanted to get good seats at the concert. 
D)  The students stood in line all afternoon, since they wanted to get good seats at the concert. 
A)  The students stood in line all afternoon; they, wanted to get good seats at the concert. 
B)  The students stood in line all afternoon, they wanted to get good seats at the concert. 
C)  The students stood in line all afternoon; since they wanted to get good seats at the concert. 
D)  The students stood in line all afternoon, since they wanted to get good seats at the concert.

Question 15

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-We worked on the chemistry project last night we hope to finish it soon.

Accepted Answer

A)  We worked on the chemistry project last night; and we hope to finish it soon. 
B)  We worked on the chemistry project last night and, we hope to finish it soon. 
C)  We worked on the chemistry project last night; we hope to finish it soon. 
D)  We worked on the chemistry project last night and we hope to finish it soon. 
A)  We worked on the chemistry project last night; and we hope to finish it soon. 
B)  We worked on the chemistry project last night and, we hope to finish it soon. 
C)  We worked on the chemistry project last night; we hope to finish it soon. 
D)  We worked on the chemistry project last night and we hope to finish it soon.

Question 16

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods.
-We ordered a seven-course meal we had only enough money for beverages.

Accepted Answer

To correct the comma splice and run-on s

Question 17

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-Marty dreamed of being a star, therefore he auditioned almost every week.

Accepted Answer

A)  Marty dreamed of being a star, therefore, he auditioned almost every week. 
B)  Marty dreamed of being a star, therefore; he auditioned almost every week. 
C)  Marty dreamed of being a star therefore he auditioned almost every week. 
D)  Marty dreamed of being a star; therefore, he auditioned almost every week. 
A)  Marty dreamed of being a star, therefore, he auditioned almost every week. 
B)  Marty dreamed of being a star, therefore; he auditioned almost every week. 
C)  Marty dreamed of being a star therefore he auditioned almost every week. 
D)  Marty dreamed of being a star; therefore, he auditioned almost every week.

Question 18

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods.
-Ice cream comes in every conceivable flavor there is not as big of a selection for low-calorie ice cream.

Accepted Answer

Ice cream comes in every conceivable fla

Question 19

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-We were married on Valentine's Day, it was a romantic ceremony.

Accepted Answer

A)  We were married on Valentine's Day, it was a romantic ceremony. 
B)  We were married on Valentine's Day; it was a romantic ceremony. 
C)  We were married on Valentine's Day and, it was a romantic ceremony. 
D)  We were married on Valentine's Day; and it was a romantic ceremony. 
A)  We were married on Valentine's Day, it was a romantic ceremony. 
B)  We were married on Valentine's Day; it was a romantic ceremony. 
C)  We were married on Valentine's Day and, it was a romantic ceremony. 
D)  We were married on Valentine's Day; and it was a romantic ceremony.

Question 20

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence.
-The psychic predicted rain, it snowed all evening.

Accepted Answer

A)  The psychic predicted rain it snowed all evening. 
B)  The psychic predicted rain but it snowed all evening. 
C)  The psychic predicted rain but, it snowed all evening. 
D)  The psychic predicted rain; however, it snowed all evening. 
A)  The psychic predicted rain it snowed all evening. 
B)  The psychic predicted rain but it snowed all evening. 
C)  The psychic predicted rain but, it snowed all evening. 
D)  The psychic predicted rain; however, it snowed all evening.

Exam 18: Avoiding Run-Ons and Comma Splices

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -I love to play tennis I'm not very good at it.

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods. -I had a flat tire on the way to my interview, I arrived 30 minutes late.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -The computers were on sale so I purchased a new laptop.

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods. -Martha was married to George, she was in love with Arnold.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -I must be a genius I figured out how to register for classes with no complications.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -It's not easy to find a good job, some people take jobs they don't want.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -We only watched movies and drank soda, Saturday nights weren't exciting at our house.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -Jeff left Annette at the altar her mother vowed to get revenge.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -Barbara wanted the promotion unfortunately she compromised her morals to get it.

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods. -Performing community service can be rewarding, it is a great opportunity to meet new people.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -High heels hurt my feet but my new shoes look great with my dress.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -The scouts weren't prepared for the hike they were exhausted when they made camp.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -Janet left fingerprints on the glass, the detectives were able to solve the crime.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -The students stood in line all afternoon they wanted to get good seats at the concert.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -We worked on the chemistry project last night we hope to finish it soon.

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods. -We ordered a seven-course meal we had only enough money for beverages.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -Marty dreamed of being a star, therefore he auditioned almost every week.

Correct each comma splice and run-on sentence using different methods. -Ice cream comes in every conceivable flavor there is not as big of a selection for low-calorie ice cream.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -We were married on Valentine's Day, it was a romantic ceremony.

Select the answer that corrects the comma splice or run-on sentence. -The psychic predicted rain, it snowed all evening.

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