MOUMNI Ikram

Practice: Common Writing Errors

Definition Corrections
A run-on sentence consists of two complete sentences There is 03 way to correct a run-on sentence :
run together without the correct punctuation between Instead of making two separate sentences or joining the
them. This is one of the most common writing errors two sentences with a conjunction, the third method is to
Run-On Sentences
among beginners. put a semicolon (;) between the two sentences.
Common Writing Errors

It is also NOT CORRECT to connect two complete
sentences with a comma.
This results in what is called "comma splicing," which
Comma Splicing
is another form of a run-on sentence.
1. Remove the comma, and write two separate sentences.
2. Join the two sentences with a conjunction.
3. Remove the comma, and put a semicolon between the
two sentences.

A fragment is a group of words that does not express a Fragments are not allowed in formal writing. It is necessary
complete thought. to write complete sentences.
Fragments
When we talk, we often leave out parts of sentences
and speak in fragments.