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Fragments - Exercise 3 

Some of the following word groups are fragments while others are simple sentences.  Revise any fragment to make a complete sentence.  If the word group is a simple sentence, write "correct" in the text box.  When you have finished, click the "Check My Work" button to view the correct answers.

NOTE:  No capital letters or end punctuation marks have been used.  Use subject-predicate units and complete thoughts to determine your answers.

1.  when the telephone rang

2.  can you see the harbor from this window 

3.  students who study in the library

4.  the picture in the gold frame 

5.  the baby resting in my arms

6.  although the blue team was ahead 

7.  after  we reached the crest of the hill

8.  the earthquake shook the house for at least five seconds 

9.  whatever you decide

10.  hand me the sports section please 

For further information on these resources, contact

Margaret L. Benner
Director, Writing Support Program
English Department
Towson University
benner@towson.edu 

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