WORKSHEET #2
Correct the following sentences using the rules for sentence fragments.
1. Driving by the softball complex. I noticed the lights were on.
2. Even though she paid for the candy. The clerk refused to give it to her.
3. Because you arrived late. We started the meeting without you.
4. Ms. Whalen would like to see you in the gym. which is across from the office.
5. Even though we planted them yesterday. The trees will grow next week.
6. Because he said he loved her. She decided to run away and marry him.
7. Advancing to game five. The softball team sure surprised us.
8. If you want to receive your package next week. You must order it by tonight.
9. Painting challenges us to interpret the artists mood. Because we are constantly searching for meaning.
10. Dolls often appear angelic. Although some can be rather scary.
11. Kathy brought her friends to the play. Although they were not interested in drama.
12. Changing his mind often. Doctor Geeves could not convince us that he knew what he was doing.
13. Knowing the school colors. Norma ordered the wrong shades of confetti.
14. Kayla turned the report in. The day after it was due.
15. Although the play runs through April. We won't be able to begin rehearsal until March.
Correct the following sentences using the rules for run-ons.
16. It rained during last years graduation party we decided to have hers in doors this year.
17. he closed the garage door before the cat got out he was afraid she might get catnapped.
18. The wind blew through the leaves of the trees they were blooming and the scent reminded me of spring weather.
19. Greg chases ambulances all over town his law practice isn't doing as well as it used to be.
20. Cruising the streets is a common form of entertainment for teenagers they have very few entertainment options in this town.
21. Buttons make clothes more functional they also can accent outfits.
22. Summer schedules should arrive next week we will know then whether the class we need is being offered.
23. Mexican food is my favorite type Chinese food comes in a close second.
24. Lottery numbers are drawn at random you have a better chance of winning if you play the same numbers every time.
25. Diamonds make a wonderful gift they cost so much that many people have to pay for them in installments.
26. College scholarships are offered at the end of the school year many students miss the deadline for application.