Run-on Sentence Exercises

What is a run-on sentence?Choose the correct answer:

A sentence that is too short
A sentence that includes two or more independent clauses that aren't properly joined or separated
A sentence that is grammatically correct
A sentence that contains a subject and a verb

Which of the following is a run-on sentence?Choose the correct answer:

I went to the market, and I bought some groceries.
I went to the market I bought some groceries.
She was tired, so she took a nap.
The sun is shining brightly.

Why should run-on sentences be avoided?Choose the correct answer:

They make writing appear organized
They make writing difficult to understand
They are always grammatically correct
They are too short

Which of the following sentences uses a run-on sentence incorrectly?Choose the correct answer:

She was tired she decided to take a nap.
The weather was beautiful; we decided to go for a walk.
I was running through the park.
John threw the ball.

How can you fix a run-on sentence?Choose the correct answer:

By removing the subject
By adding a comma and a coordinating conjunction
By making it longer
By using a dependent clause as a complete sentence

What is the difference between a run-on sentence and a sentence fragment?Choose the correct answer:

A run-on sentence is too short, while a sentence fragment is too long.
A run-on sentence is complete, while a sentence fragment is not.
A run-on sentence does not convey a complete thought, while a sentence fragment is too long and improperly connected.
A run-on sentence contains two improperly joined independent clauses, while a sentence fragment does not form a complete sentence.

Which of the following is a common cause of run-on sentences?Choose the correct answer:

Lack of proper punctuation
Using proper punctuation
Connecting two independent clauses with a conjunction
Using a subject and a verb in every sentence

How can you identify a run-on sentence?Choose the correct answer:

By ensuring it has a subject and a verb
By checking if it conveys a complete thought
By reading your writing out loud
By making it shorter

Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct?Choose the correct answer:

I am waiting for the bus at the station.
She is bad in math.
He is scared from snakes.
I am interesting in this topic.

What is emphasized about the use of run-on sentences in writing in the article?Choose the correct answer:

They should be used frequently.
They are crucial for conveying precise meanings.
They can confuse readers and appear unprofessional.
They should be used in every sentence.