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Explore PricingA complete sentence must have a subject and a verb to express a complete thought, and punctuation helps connect or separate sentences correctly.
A run-on or sentence fragment is when we haven't made a complete sentence, either by missing a subject or verb, or by connecting two sentences incorrectly.
One way to check for run-ons and fragments is to read your writing out loud; if it sounds strange or incomplete, it likely needs fixing.
In IELTS Writing Task 2, correct use of punctuation and sentence structure is crucial for coherence and grammar marks, and avoiding run-ons or fragments helps to achieve a higher band score.
Using proper punctuation to separate ideas is key to a well-organized essay in IELTS Writing Task 2.
Avoiding sentence fragments in IELTS Writing Task 1 helps to ensure that the report is clear and easy to follow.