Sentence Fragment Quiz

What is a sentence fragment?Choose the correct answer:

A complete sentence
A set of words that do not form a complete sentence
A grammatically correct sentence
A sentence with a subject and a verb

Which of the following is a sentence fragment?Choose the correct answer:

The dog barked loudly.
Running around the park.
She reads a book.
They are playing soccer.

Why are sentence fragments considered problematic in writing?Choose the correct answer:

They convey complete thoughts.
They do not convey a complete thought.
They are too long.
They are always grammatically correct.

Which of the following sentences uses a sentence fragment incorrectly?Choose the correct answer:

After the party was over.
She went to the store.
The sun is shining brightly.
They are watching a movie.

How can you identify a sentence fragment?Choose the correct answer:

By ensuring it has a subject and a verb
By checking if it conveys a complete thought
Both A and B
Neither A nor B

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

A sentence fragment is too long, while a run-on sentence is too short.
A sentence fragment is complete, while a run-on sentence is not.
A sentence fragment does not convey a complete thought, while a run-on sentence is too long and improperly connected.
There is no difference.

Which of the following is a common mistake leading to sentence fragments?Choose the correct answer:

Using a dependent clause as a complete sentence
Using proper punctuation
Connecting two independent clauses with a conjunction
Using a subject and a verb in every sentence

How can you fix a sentence fragment?Choose the correct answer:

By removing the subject
By adding a subject or a verb, or connecting it to a complete sentence
By making it longer
By using a dependent clause as a complete sentence

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

Running to the store.
She is a good writer.
In the middle of the night.
Without a doubt.

What is emphasized about the use of sentence fragments 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.