Question

Dentify the run-on in the selection. If the selection contains no run-on, select "Correct."

A) I saw many adorable kittens and puppies at the animal shelter. B) I am allergic to fur, I adopted a turtle instead. C) A turtle, however, is not very cuddly.

Answer 1

A and C are correct.

B is the run-on.

Step-by-step explanation:

There are several ways to correct the error.

Add a period.

I am allergic to fur. I adopted a turtle instead.

Add a semi-colon.

I am allergic to fur; I adopted a turtle instead.

Add a coordinating conjunction.

I am allergic to fur, so I adopted a turtle instead.

Add a subordinating conjunction.

Because I am allergic to fur, I adopted a turtle instead.

Add a conjunctive adverb.

I am allergic to fur; therefore, I adopted a turtle instead.