Question 5 • Twilight Session 1 (Fall 26): Literature and Composition I_CThompson
Read the excerpt from a student's essay.A tiger has stripes on both its fur and its skin and the stripes can help it blend into its surroundings.Which revision corrects the run-on? Use the "Basic Mechanics Resource" if needed.
Answer
A
A tiger has stripes on both its fur and its skin; and the stripes can help it blend into its surroundings.
B
A tiger has stripes on both its fur and its skin, and the stripes can help it blend into its surroundings.
C
A tiger has stripes on both its fur, and its skin and the stripes can help it blend into its surroundings.
D
A tiger has stripes on both its fur; and its skin and the stripes can help it blend into its surroundings.