Grade 5/Sentences
Fix the Run-On Sentence (1457)
Students identify run-on sentences and rewrite them correctly — using punctuation, a conjunction, or a semicolon.
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Teaching Notes
Three main fixes for run-ons: (1) add comma + FANBOYS, (2) add a semicolon, (3) split into two sentences. All three are correct.
Vocabulary
Run-on sentence: Two or more complete sentences joined without correct punctuation or conjunctions.
Compound sentence: Two independent clauses joined by a comma and conjunction or a semicolon.
Common Mistakes
- Adding a comma alone (creates a comma splice)
- Making the fix too drastic (changing meaning)
Extension Activities
- Combine short sentences into longer ones.
- Identify sentences with too many ideas.
- Practice joining sentences with 'and' or 'but'.
Parent Tip
Read a story together and find sentences that are too long.
Learning Path
Skills Practiced
identifying run on sentencescorrecting run on sentencesjoining independent clauses