Run-ons and Fragments. Complete Sentences One subject One verb Express a complete thoughts.

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Run-ons and Fragments

Complete Sentences One subject One verb Express a complete thoughts

Correct these fragments Doug was sad The Lost Chipmunks Motel was at the end of a winding road. On the north side of the lane. The hillside was covered with horses of many colors. Chesnuts, bays, roans, paints, and an occasional palomino. The two runners (Josh and Jonathan) pulled away from the pack and raced across the finish line together. Winning in record time.

Correct these run-ons Ally loved traveling in Italy she felt Rome was too hot. Titanic is my favorite movie I love eating popcorn. At one time few people had enough money to buy books few people could read books. Americans shake hands when they meet the Japanese bow.