Sentence Fragments and Run-ons

Name: _______________________________
Date: _______________________________

Part A: Identify the Problem

Read each sentence. Write F (fragment), RO (run-on), or C (correct) on the line.

_____ 1. Because the weather was terrible and we couldn't go outside.
_____ 2. The students completed their homework they studied for the test.
_____ 3. After running through the park for nearly an hour.
_____ 4. My brother enjoys playing rugby, and he practises every Saturday.
_____ 5. The concert was amazing everyone sang along.
_____ 6. While waiting for the bus in the rain.

Part B: Fix the Fragments

Rewrite each fragment as a complete sentence.

1. Walking slowly down the street.
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2. The teacher who gave us extra homework.
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3. Since it was raining heavily all morning.
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Part C: Fix the Run-ons

Correct each run-on sentence. You may use full stops, semicolons, or conjunctions.

1. I love reading books my favourite genre is science fiction.
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2. The dog barked loudly it wanted to go for a walk.
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3. She finished her assignment she handed it in early.
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