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If a sentence consists of two independent clauses with a comma between them, it is a comma splice. That is, the part before the comma can stand on its own as a sentence, and the part after the comma can also stand on its own as a sentence, then it is a comma splice. If there is no punctuation there instead of a comma, it is known as a run-on sentence.
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How would you see ia a sentence had a comma splice?
A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are joined by only a comma. If each of the two parts separated by the comma can stand on its own as a complete sentence, then you have a comma splice.Example: I did not get any sleep before my early flight, I slept on the plane.Each of the two parts can stand alone as a sentence: "I did not get any sleep before my early flight." "I slept on the plane."When these two parts are joined by only a comma, the result is a comma splice.
Where can the comma splice be found?
The comma splice can usually be observed in its native habitat: the run-on sentence. A comma splice happens when someone tries to "fix" a run-on sentence by throwing a comma in there to break things up.Run-on sentence: Today I went to the zoo and saw the monkeys and elephants and penguins and I had an awesome time it was really great and I ate popcorn there too.Run-on sentence that has been "fixed" with a comma splice: Today I went to the zoo and saw monkeys and elephants and I had an awesome time, it was really great and I ate popcorn there too.Proper fix: Today I went to the zoo to see the monkeys, elephants, and penguins. I ate popcorn there, too. It was really great; and I had an awesome time.
Should there be a comma in this sentence 'If you would like to see your work displayed here see x before lunch'?
I opt for 'no comma'.
Is this a fragment comma splice or a run on sentence Jay went sightseeing on his own and caught up with the group later?
Actually, it's none of the above. It's a perfectly normal compound sentence if you add correct punctuation: Jay went sightseeing on his own, and (he) caught up with the group later. Yes, you need a comma to separate the two clauses, but I don't see a comma splice or a fragment. The pronoun "he" is understood in the second part of the sentence. Usually, comma splices involve linking two independent sentences together with a comma, which is wrong-- you need to use a period. Here's a fragment: waiting for the train. Here's a comma splice: Jay was waiting for the train, it came early and he missed it. (You have two complete sentences there, and you can't splice them together with a comma.) And here's a run-on sentence: Jay was waiting for the bus but it came early and he missed it and he was late for school and he got in a lot of trouble because he had been late before and his teacher was really upset with him.
Do you put a comma after the word that?
You put a comma every time you take a breath. You most likely would not put a comma after the word that. To see for yourself, say the sentence aloud and see if you stop to take a breath. Hope this helps!! :)
Do you use a comma before and after therefore?
I do not use a comma before and after that word, therefore you will not see it in any sentence I have written.
Why use comma before and?
A comma is used before "and" if it is a compound sentence. You can check to see if it is compound sentence by covering up the "and" and seeing if both parts of the sentence make sence by themselves. No comma is needed if the sentence is not compound. For Example: Bob ran, and he walked. (comma b/c it's compound) Bob ran and walked. (no comma b/c it's not compound) Hope this helps!
When a word has an s at the end do you use a comma?
A comma is used when there is a pause in the sentence. It doesn't matter whether or not a word ends in a particular letter.Here's an example: The dog was tired, so it lay down in the shade. See how the comma marks the pause in that sentence?
Should a comma be used when adding as well to the end of a sentence?
Not necessarily. There is no word or phrase in English that requires a comma. Use a comma only if the phrase as well is separated from its context.We may see your brother, and his friend as well.
Should I put a comma before a person's name that comes at the end of the sentence?
Should you put a comma before a person's name that comes at the end of the sentence, Miss Smith? A comma represents a slight pause. Speak your sentence with and without a pause just before the person's name. As you can see, a slight pause belongs there. Therefore, a comma belongs there. The purpose of punctuation is to make your sentences more readable. A comma makes the sentence more readable and easier to understand when spoken out loud. The two are almost one in the same.
Can you close a quotation with a comma?
You can, but only if the sentence still goes on. See example: Then he said, "I wouldn't do that if I were you," and walked off.
When do you place a comma before the word 'and' in a sentence?
There are two situations in which I would use a comma before the word "and." 1) When three or more things are mentioned in a series: apples, bananas, and oranges. This is called the series comma. It is used in American style more often than in UK style. But it is also correct to omit the series comma in US style. 2) In a compound sentence, which is two complete sentences joined by "and" (or another conjunction, such as "but" or "or"): I went to visit my parents, and they were very happy to see me. If the two sentences that make up the compound sentence are short and closely connected, the comma can be left out: Stand up and state your name.
