FUSED AND RUN-ON SENTENCES EXERCISE #3 
 
EXERCISE 
Using what you know about sentence separation and punctuation.  Recognize and fix any run-
on sentences.  Mark NN if the sentence separation is "not needed." 
 
1.  Boston is a wonderful town the place is filled with a strong sense of culture. 
 
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2.  Gina needs to go to the gym because she has felt sluggish lately. 
 
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3.  I cannot wait to go to the island I need a vacation desperately. 
 
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4.  Airports are wonderful places to watch and observe different kinds of people. 
 
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5.  Shawn played his guitar at the party last night and all of his friends were listening to him. 
 
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6.  I went to the hospital yesterday my leg was really hurting after volleyball practice. 
 
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7.  Joseph needs our help since he cannot find a place to stay the night.     
 
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