How to Fix Comma Splices?
How to Fix Comma Splices?
My kid’s English homework is all about fixing comma splices :
1. I went to the store, I bought some milk.
Would love any pointers or examples you can share
1. I went to the store, I bought some milk.
Would love any pointers or examples you can share
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Last update: 2 weeks ago
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Hello! A comma splice happens when two independent clauses are joined by just a comma. Here’s how to fix it:
Use a period:
- Incorrect: I went to the store, I bought some milk.
- Correct: I went to the store. I bought some milk.
Use a semicolon:
- Correct: I went to the store; I bought some milk.
Use a conjunction (and, but, so, etc.):
- Correct: I went to the store, and I bought some milk.
Use a subordinating conjunction (because, if, etc.):
- Correct: I went to the store because I needed milk.
Hope this helps!
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