1. Grammar Bellringer #11 What is a sentence and fragment?

2. Sentence vs. Fragment A sentence -group of words that does express a complete thought because it contains a main subject and main verb. * Also called an independent clause Main Subject + Main Verb= SENTENCE (a complete thought) A fragment -type of grammar error that is a group of words that does not express a complete thought because it is missing a main subject, main verb, or both. * Also called a dependent clause

3. Practice: Decide if the following are sentences or fragments. ___ 1. Boys and girls in the park after school ___ 2. Inside the room under the bed ___ 3. Leaving the scene of an accident ___ 4. Go to the store for food ___ 5. The tickets were sold