Q1. Identify whether the word groups are fused sentence, comma splice or correct sentence.(4)

Question

i There is nothing better for a cold than a hot coffee and a big box of chocolate ____________
ii She ran out of the room the shadows in the corner had scared her._________
iii Tim rushed out of the house, as he desperately needed another pint of milk._____________
iv First, I must go shopping, then I have to decide what to fix for dinner. ________________
v She was, however, tired and worn out. _________________
vi I hiked for five hours yesterday, consequently I am too tired to go hiking again today. _________________
vii I don't care at least this year I will be successful. ________________
viii I continued watching the game and couldn't take my eyes off the action. ___________

Answer 1

1. fused sentence
2. fused sentence
3. correct sentence
4. comma splice
5. comma splice
6. fused sentence
7. fused sentence
8. fused sentence

Answer 2

1. correct sentence
2. comma splice
3. fused sentence
4. fused sentence
5. correct sentence
6. comma sentence
7. fused sentence
8. comma splice

Answer 3

1, 3, 5, 6, 8 are wrong.

The others are correct.

Answer 4

1 comma splice
3 comma splice
5 fused sentence
6 correct sentence
8 correct sentence