Form 12: Editing Transition Word Run-Ons (However, Therefore)
Practice identifying and editing run-on sentences that incorrectly use transition words like however and therefore.
Questions
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MultiChoice
Which choice correctly fixes this run-on with the transition 'however'? 'I wanted to go to the park however it started to rain.'
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How should transition words like 'therefore' be punctuated when connecting two independent clauses?
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Choose the correctly punctuated sentence.
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Fix this comma splice: 'The team practiced daily, consequently, they won first place.'
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Which option uses 'in addition' correctly between two complete sentences?
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Select the sentence with proper punctuation around 'meanwhile'.
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How can you fix: 'The store was closed, otherwise, we would have bought milk.'
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Identify the correctly punctuated sentence using 'furthermore'.
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Fix this run-on: 'The power was out for hours nevertheless the food in the freezer stayed cold.'
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Which choice shows two separate sentences using 'However' properly?
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Choose the correct punctuation for: 'He missed the bus _____ he arrived late to school.'
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Fix the error in: 'I love winter sports, however, I prefer summer swimming.'