Run-on Sentence Trivia Questions

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Welcome to some Run-on Sentence Trivia Questions. Punctuation plays a big part when it comes to sentence formation, and use of a wrong punctuation mark can render a sentence not readable, or it can have an unintended meaning. Take up the quiz below and get to see just how much you know about run-on sentences and how to correct them.

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1.

Is the follow sentence a run on sentence "The sun is high, put on some sunblock"
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given sentence "The sun is high, put on some sunblock" is a run-on sentence. It consists of two independent clauses, "The sun is high" and "put on some sunblock," which are not properly connected. A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without appropriate punctuation or conjunctions. In this case, a comma is used to connect the clauses, which is incorrect. To fix the run-on sentence, it could be written as "The sun is high, so put on some sunblock" or "The sun is high. Put on some sunblock."

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2.

What makes the previous sentence a run on sentence?
- A.
  
  Length
- B.
  
  Comma splice
- C.
  
  Subject matter
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Comma splice

Explanation
A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are incorrectly joined together without proper punctuation. In this case, the previous sentence is a run-on sentence because it contains a comma splice. A comma splice happens when two independent clauses are connected by a comma alone, without a coordinating conjunction or proper punctuation.

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Select the proper punctuation to fix run on sentences.
- A.
  
  Periods
- B.
  
  Commas
- C.
  
  Semicolons
- D.
  
  Colons
Correct Answer(s)
A. Periods
B. Commas
C. Semicolons

Explanation
The correct answer is periods, commas, and semicolons. These punctuation marks are used to fix run-on sentences by separating independent clauses or creating pauses in the sentence structure. Periods are used to create a complete stop between two independent clauses. Commas are used to separate items in a list or provide a brief pause in the sentence. Semicolons are used to connect two closely related independent clauses. Therefore, using periods, commas, and semicolons appropriately can help clarify and improve the readability of run-on sentences. Colons, on the other hand, are not typically used to fix run-on sentences.

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Which of these is the correct version of the run on sentence "The cat jumped from step to step, it gracefully landed with each jump."
- A.
  
  The cat jumped from step to step. It gracefully landed with each jump.
- B.
  
  The cat jumped from step to step, and it gracefully landed with each jump.
- C.
  
  The cat jumped from step to step; it gracefully landed with each jump
- D.
  
  The cat jumped from step to step it gracefully landed with each jump
Correct Answer(s)
A. The cat jumped from step to step. It gracefully landed with each jump.
B. The cat jumped from step to step, and it gracefully landed with each jump.
C. The cat jumped from step to step; it gracefully landed with each jump

Explanation
The correct answer is "The cat jumped from step to step; it gracefully landed with each jump." This version correctly uses a semicolon to separate the two independent clauses, indicating a stronger connection between the actions of the cat jumping and landing gracefully. The other options either use a period, which creates two separate sentences, or a comma without a coordinating conjunction, which creates a comma splice.

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5.

What are the biggest mistakes that cause run on sentences?
- A.
  
  Comma splice
- B.
  
  Independent clause gives an order based on what was said in the prior independent clause
- C.
  
  Long sentences
- D.
  
  All of these
Correct Answer(s)
A. Comma splice
B. Independent clause gives an order based on what was said in the prior independent clause

Explanation
The biggest mistakes that cause run-on sentences are comma splice and when an independent clause gives an order based on what was said in the prior independent clause. This means that using a comma to join two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction can create a run-on sentence. Additionally, when one independent clause gives an order or instruction based on what was said in a previous independent clause, it can also lead to a run-on sentence. Therefore, both comma splice and the use of independent clauses giving orders based on prior clauses are common mistakes that result in run-on sentences.

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Is the following a run on sentence "The show begins at 7:30 make sure you're there before 7:15. " ?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The given sentence is a run-on sentence because it consists of two independent clauses joined together without proper punctuation or conjunction. The first independent clause is "The show begins at 7:30" and the second independent clause is "make sure you're there before 7:15." These two clauses should be separated by a period or a coordinating conjunction like "and" or "but" to form two separate sentences.

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Is the following a run on sentence "Having prepared himself well for the realtor exams and having exhausted everyone in the family with his requests that someone help him with the true-and-false drills, Jeffrey, who had never been a particularly good student in high school, knew he was ready to take on the greatest challenge of his life."
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
False. The given sentence is not a run-on sentence. It is a complex sentence that contains multiple clauses connected by coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions. The sentence is grammatically correct and effectively conveys the intended meaning.

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8.

Which of the following is the correct version of the run on sentence "The cat jumped from step to step, it gracefully landed with each jump."?
- A.
  
  The cat jumped from step to step; it gracefully landed with each jump.
- B.
  
  The cat jumped from step to step; it gracefully landed with each jump.
- C.
  
  The cat jumped from step to step, and it gracefully landed with each jump.
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
All of the above options are correct versions of the run-on sentence. They all effectively correct the run-on sentence by adding appropriate punctuation (a semicolon or a comma and conjunction) to separate the two independent clauses. This helps to clearly convey the two separate actions of the cat jumping and landing gracefully.

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9.

What kind of grammar error is show in the following sentence "Kimberly sat on the bleachers and cheered for the team, Tom watched her as he vigorously defended the goal." ?
- A.
  
  No use of a conjunction
- B.
  
  Comma splice
- C.
  
  Improper spelling
Correct Answer
B. Comma splice

Explanation
The given sentence contains a comma splice error. A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are joined together with only a comma, which is incorrect. In the sentence, "Kimberly sat on the bleachers and cheered for the team" and "Tom watched her as he vigorously defended the goal" are both independent clauses, but they are incorrectly joined by a comma. A correct way to fix this error would be to use a coordinating conjunction (such as "and" or "but") or to separate the clauses into two separate sentences.

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Run-on Sentence Trivia Questions

Is the follow sentence a run on sentence "The sun is high, put on some sunblock"

What makes the previous sentence a run on sentence?

Select the proper punctuation to fix run on sentences.

Which of these is the correct version of the run on sentence "The cat jumped from step to step, it gracefully landed with each jump."

What are the biggest mistakes that cause run on sentences?

Is the following a run on sentence "The show begins at 7:30 make sure you're there before 7:15. " ?

Which of the following is the correct version of the run on sentence "The cat jumped from step to step, it gracefully landed with each jump."?

What kind of grammar error is show in the following sentence "Kimberly sat on the bleachers and cheered for the team, Tom watched her as he vigorously defended the goal." ?