A dependent clause is a group of words that

leaves a thought unfinished
can make sense on its own
makes up a sentence
uses inappropriate punctuation
Question 2(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
A run-on sentence is

missing a subject
missing a verb
a writing error
an incomplete thought
Question 3(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
A dependent clause

expresses a complete thought
leaves a thought unfinished
is a sentence
contains a comma splice
Question 4(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment?

Let’s play a video game.
Do you have this one?
Since you don’t have it.
We can play something else.
Question 5(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
Which of the following correctly uses a semicolon?

After I bought the book; I started to read right away.
The characters were; in my opinion; very realistic.
This is the third book in the series; which I really love.
The author has written four other books; this is book five.
Question 6(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
Which of the following is an example of a sentence fragment?

It is time for dinner.
Help me make the soup.
I want to eat.
After you wash your hands.
Question 7(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

People who read learn very quickly it’s a proven fact.
Many studies have shown marked improvements in vocabulary.
I like to read because it enhances my understanding of others.
You should consider reading about topics that interest you.
Question 8(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
A comma splice is a(n)

incorrect use of a comma to correct a run-on sentence
correct use of a comma to correct a run-on sentence
incorrect combining of two dependent clauses
way to correctly combine two dependent clauses
Question 9(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
An independent clause

is missing a subject
stands alone
cannot stand alone
is missing a verb
Question 10(Multiple Choice Worth 5 points)
Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

She likes her cereal with no milk at all.
I like my cereal with lots of milk.
Most people eat cereal, it’s healthy.
When they eat it, they use milk.