Worksheet on Fragments and Run-ons

Mark C for a complete sentence, and mark F for a fragment. Make the fragments into complete sentences by adding a subject, a verb, or both, and a period at the end.

I was late for class
As we wait for the rain to stop
When Alex phones
She goes to Centennial College
Until you eat your vegetables
They plan to visit Nova Scotia this summer
Ate at a famous restaurant
Even though I was tired
While working the night shift
For example, hockey and skating
After she finished her essay
Expecting to hear from you soon
Provided that you pass the exam
Before you leave
Although he was shy

Complete the sentence with an appropriate independent clause. Add commas where necessary.

Even though it was raining ____________________________________
______________________________________ until we bought the car.
If you want to do well in your essay _____________________________
Having moved to a new country ________________________________
_____________________________________ before I change my mind.
Although she was late _______________________________________.
__________________________________ because he studies regularly.
____________________________ like baseball, basketball, and volleyball.
_________________________________________ after I proofread it.
_______________________________ as soon as I finish the assignment.

Correct each of the following run-on sentences.

I washed the dishes then I did the laundry.
Those skirts are nice I will buy one.
There was no heat, consequently we froze all night.
It was my bestfriend’s birthday I gave her a present.
He asked for a raise she got it.
She is a good mother, she pays attention to her children.
My paper is late thus it will lose marks.
Students write essays, teachers correct them.
The teacher raised his voice, he was frustrated.
The movie was hilarious, I saw it three times.

Correct the run-on sentences using the four different ways discussed in the Review Sheet on Run-ons.

Writing an essay is hard work, it is satisfying.

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I wanted to book a tutoring appointment, the tutor is fully booked.

She wanted to be a nurse, she is interested in helping other people.

Carl wanted to buy a new car it is too expensive.

Write a paragraph with 12-14 sentences. Avoid fragments and run-ons when you write it. Book a free tutoring appointment with the English tutor. Ask him/her to check if you have fragments or run-ons.