Select “correct” if the sentence is punctuated correctly, “run-on” if it is a run-on, and “comma splice” if it is a comma splice.
-Tamara reread the article, she underlined the key ideas.
A) correct
B) run-on
C) comma splice

Question

Select “correct” if the sentence is punctuated correctly, “run-on” if it is a run-on, and “comma splice” if it is a comma splice.  
-Tamara reread the article, she underlined the key ideas.
A) correct
B) run-on
C) comma splice

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The two independent clauses "Tamara reread the article" and "she underlined the key ideas" are joined together with a comma, making it a comma splice. A subordinating conjunction, such as "because" or "although," could be used to create a dependent clause that would properly connect the two ideas.

Select “Correct” If the Sentence Is Punctuated Correctly, “Run-On” If