Identifying Run-ons

Worksheet Description

The Run-on Sentences worksheet provides students with a list of sentences that they must evaluate for correct punctuation and structure. Students are instructed to read each sentence and determine if it is a run-on sentence. If it is, they must place an ‘R’ on the line provided; if the sentence is correctly punctuated and not a run-on, they should place a checkmark. The sentences vary in complexity and length, challenging students to apply their knowledge of sentence structure to identify errors.

The worksheet aims to teach students how to identify run-on sentences, which are sentences where two or more independent clauses are joined improperly without adequate punctuation or conjunctions. It helps students practice discerning between well-constructed sentences and those that require correction. The exercise enhances students’ understanding of grammatical rules, particularly the use of commas, semicolons, and conjunctions to connect clauses correctly. Ultimately, it encourages students to be more attentive and skilled editors of their own writing.