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Fragments, comma splices and run-ons

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  • Dan was late, we left without him.
    Incorrect (comma splice)
  • Ran as fast as he could.
    Incorrect (fragment)
  • Mary came home from work early, she had been feeling ill all morning.
    Correct
  • I completed my assignment. However, I have not submitted it.
    Correct
  • I am not angry with you, I am not happy with you, either.
    Incorrect (comma splice)
  • Although there are some strong arguments in favor of higher taxes.
    Incorrect (fragment)
  • Because of the rain, the party was canceled.
    Correct
  • I will watch The Office you do your homework
    Incorrect (run-on)
  • The tall tree, the one that I loved to climb.
    Incorrect (fragment)
  • My favorite Mediterranean spread is hummus it is very garlicky.
    Incorrect (run-on)
  • Knowing that Phil would be furious when he arrived home, Sarah decided to go out for dinner with her friends.
    Correct
  • I completed my essay, but I have not submitted it.
    Correct
  • Raffi sings upbeat children’s songs he is an excellent musician.
    Incorrect (run-on)
  • Knowing that he was in big trouble.
    Incorrect (fragment)