Sentence Errors in Communication Arts

These flashcards cover key concepts and definitions related to sentence errors in communication arts, specifically focusing on fragments, run-ons, comma splices, and faulty parallelism.

What are the most common types of sentence errors covered in this module?

Fragments, Run-on Sentences, Comma Splices, and Faulty Parallelism.

What is a fragment?

A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is punctuated like a sentence.

What is a run-on sentence?

A run-on sentence is a sentence that is not properly punctuated, which can be either a fused sentence or a comma splice.

How do you correct a fused sentence?

By identifying the components of the sentence and punctuating them properly.

What causes a comma splice?

A comma splice occurs when a comma is used to separate two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.

How can faulty parallelism be corrected?

By rewriting the words, phrases, or clauses to ensure they are of the same grammatical type.

What example illustrates a nonparallel word issue?

Researchers used isotope techniques to examine, analyze, and determining the origin of salinity of groundwater.

How do you fix a nonparallel phrase?

By ensuring that all phrases in the series are of the same grammatical type.

What is one example of faulty parallelism involving nonparallel clauses?

The expo hosted by TAPI and DOST-NCR will exhibit the latest technologies that will support initiatives towards disaster risk reduction and which ensures safe and more resilient communities.

What is the purpose of identifying sentence errors?

To convey thoughts effectively in writing.