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Run-On Sentence Correction

Run-On Sentence Correction

Students writing and editing sentences

📝 Part 1: Identifying Run-On Sentences

Instructions: Read each sentence carefully. Circle RUN-ON if the sentence is a run-on, or circle CORRECT if the sentence is properly written.

1. I went to the shops yesterday I bought some milk and bread for dinner.

RUN-ON

CORRECT

2. The weather was beautiful, so we decided to go to the beach.

RUN-ON

CORRECT

3. My favourite subject is English I also enjoy maths and science classes.

RUN-ON

CORRECT

4. The rugby match was exciting, but our team lost in the final minutes.

RUN-ON

CORRECT

5. We studied for the test all night we were still nervous about the results.

RUN-ON

CORRECT

🔧 Part 2: Correcting Run-On Sentences

Instructions: The following sentences are all run-ons. Rewrite each sentence correctly using proper punctuation or conjunctions. You may split them into separate sentences or join them properly.

6. The library closes at 5pm we need to return our books before then.
7. I love reading fantasy novels they transport me to magical worlds.
8. The concert was amazing the band played all their hit songs.
9. We planned a picnic for Saturday it started raining heavily that morning.

🎯 Part 3: Multiple Correction Methods

Instructions: For each run-on sentence below, show THREE different ways to correct it. Use the methods listed in the box.

Correction Methods: 1) Split into two sentences 2) Use a comma + conjunction (and, but, so, or) 3) Use a semicolon

10. The kiwi is New Zealand's national bird it cannot fly.

Method 1 (Two sentences):

Method 2 (Comma + conjunction):

Method 3 (Semicolon):

✍️ Part 4: Writing Practice

Instructions: Write your own sentences about the given topics. Make sure each sentence is complete and NOT a run-on!

11. Write two sentences about your favourite hobby or sport:
12. Write two sentences about what you did last weekend:

🔍 Part 5: Self-Assessment

Instructions: Check all the statements that apply to you after completing this worksheet:

I can explain what a run-on sentence is

I can identify run-on sentences in writing

I can correct run-on sentences using full stops

I can correct run-on sentences using conjunctions

I can correct run-on sentences using semicolons

I feel confident checking my own writing for run-ons

What is one thing you learned about run-on sentences today?

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