Sentence fragments 3

In each pair of related ideas, click on the word group that is a fragment. If both word groups in the pair are complete sentences, click on OK.

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Shakespeare is perhaps best known for his four major tragedies. Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, and Macbeth.

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Although music at a reasonable volume is unlikely to harm young children. There has been little evidence to prove that it boosts intelligence.

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The senator was convicted of accepting personal gifts for political favors. And is expected to resign.

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Most residents oppose the amendment. Because they do not feel that the state constitution is the place to address tax reform issues.

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Listening to opposing viewpoints can help you craft your own arguments more clearly. It makes you sharpen your logic and identify your weak spots.

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Whenever locally grown produce is available. I buy it.

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Historians may approach their subject from a variety of perspectives. Such as political, economic, social, or cultural.

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Mad Men portrays the lives of advertising executives during the early 1960s. Also the racism and sexism prevalent in office environments during that era.

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Even though many websites have identifiable authors. Some sites, such as Wikipedia, allow visitors to edit information without signing their name or citing their sources.

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The group is looking for a new secretary. Someone to take notes and distribute minutes and agendas.

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