Exercises on Comma Splices, Fragments, and Run-Ons

DO NOT WRITE ON THIS SHEET AS YOU WILL RETURN IT For the following, write the number on a separate sheet and put FR for a fragment or C for a complete sentence; fix fragments to make them complete sentences: 1. I thought that you liked him. That you found him very sympathetic. 2. His point is very convincing. Meaning that I found it persuasive. 3. Across the street, down the block, about five houses, and then in the alley. 4. Since I have my cell phone with me, my blackberry, and my computer. 5. As soon as I finish this grammar exercise, I will eat lunch. And go to the deli across the street. 6. Because I didn't have time to write my paper and the computer was broken anyway. 7. Before I go to the mall or maybe I will see a movie instead. 8. I have always wanted to go to Europe. To see Italy and France. 9. He cant seem to learn to manage his time better. Which means he is often late and unprepared. . 10. So that I don't spend too much time on any of my projects and make sure I take frequent breaks. 11. Ive read so many different articles I dont know which to choose. The point being that I find them all too similar. For the following, write the numbers on a separate sheet and write RO for a run-on (or fused) and C for a complete sentence; fix run-ons so they become complete sentences: 12. My academic advisor told me not to take 18 credit hours for the fall semester I'm regretting not having listened to her. 13. My cat was upset all day he didn't get canned food for breakfast. 14. Organizations that promise students a scholarship if they pay an extraordinarily high application fee are most likely scams.

15. Because Rose was late for the all-you-can-eat buffet, she had to order from the main menu. 16. The student fell asleep in class everyone thought this was rude behavior. 17. Although an immigration lawyer might help me to stay in this country, his fees are too expensive for me to afford. 18. I like the history class because the material is explained so well. 19. We followed the map we ended up in Canada instead. 20. Although the trip to Montreal was not very well planned, we had a great time. 21. I received an A on my Psychology test I am happy. For the following, write the numbers on a separate sheet and write CS for a comma splice or OK if the sentence works as is. For comma splices, rewrite on your sheet to fix: 22. John is always late for work, nobody seems to care. 23. Hot summer weather is nice, high temperatures are dangerous for certain people. 24. Emily broke her ankle on the weekend; now she is in a great deal of pain. 25. Driving the car is fast and comfortable, riding the bicycle is better for one's health. 26. When a student likes his class, he is more likely to achieve good grades. 27. Jared has an interview with the PBS, I might get a job as his assistant. 28. After I was paid last week, I was able to do the grocery shopping. 29. Due to the fact that I am so busy this week, I don't have time for my animals. 30. Whenever Janis does not sleep enough, she gets a horrible migraine. 31. The air conditioner is too loud, Cleo can't sleep.