1. Comma Splices
Mr. Eble, CP2 English

2. A comma splice…
occurs when only a comma separates independent clauses. This creates a run-on sentence.

3. A comma…
… is not a strong enough punctuation mark to separate two independent clauses by itself.

4. You can fix a comma splice by…
Adding an appropriate coordinating conjunction (REMEMBER: FANBOYS)
EXAMPLE: Tom read the novel, but his friend saw the movie.

5. You can fix a comma splice by…
Replacing the comma with a semicolon
EXAMPLE: Tom read the novel; his friend saw the movie

6. You can fix a comma splice by…
Changing the punctuation and add an appropriate conjunctive adverb
SOME CONJUNCTIVE ADVERBS: also, however, otherwise, consequently, indeed, similarly, finally, likewise, then, furthermore, moreover, therefore, hence, nevertheless, thus, nonetheless
EXAMPLE: Tom read the novel; however, his friend saw the movie

7. You can fix a comma splice by…
Making two sentences.
EXAMPLE: Tom read the novel. His friend saw the movie.