Sentence Structure
We use sentences everyday both in verbal and nonverbal forms. Sentence structure is important in order to communicate in personal and professional settings. This exercise is designed to test your knowledge of correct sentence structure. Read the sentences below and then click on the answer that describes the problem in the sentence. If you are correct, you will see an explanation about why the chosen answer is correct. If you are wrong, you will have an opportunity to try again. A general review of comma splices, fragments, fused or run-on sentences, and parallelism is also available. Good luck!
Sentence One
The exhibit at the museum was well reviewed and well promoted, consequently, there were long lines for tickets.
a) comma splice
b) fragment
d) correct