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Identify run-on sentences
Free printable Grade 9 English worksheet for "Identify run-on sentences" — practice sentences, fragments, and run-ons (grammar and mechanics). No-prep, print or assign online.
This worksheet challenges high school students to pinpoint run-on sentences amidst mixed examples, enhancing their grammar and mechanics skills. Teachers can use this resource to reinforce lessons on sentence structure and punctuation, promoting critical thinking about sentence clarity. Ideal for grammar practice, editing exercises, and preparing students for advanced writing assessments.
Learning objectives
- Identify run-on sentences within a variety of complex sentence structures
- Differentiate between run-on sentences, fragments, and correctly punctuated sentences
- Correct run-on sentences by applying appropriate punctuation and conjunctions
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