Select the Answer That Corrects the Comma Splice or Run-On

Multiple Choice

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.

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.