Here are some examples:
Incorrect: The dog ran fast, the cat chased it.
Correct: The dog ran fast, and the cat chased it.
Incorrect: I went to the store, bought some milk.
Correct: I went to the store and bought some milk.
Incorrect: She was tired, she went to bed early.
Correct: She was tired, so she went to bed early.
Why are missing conjunctions a problem?
* Clarity: Missing conjunctions can make sentences confusing and difficult to understand.
* Grammar: It violates the grammatical rules for connecting sentence elements.
* Flow: It creates a choppy and disjointed writing style.
How to fix missing conjunctions:
1. Identify the missing connection: Ask yourself what kind of relationship exists between the elements you're trying to connect. Is it additive (and), contrasting (but), or cause and effect (so)?
2. Choose the appropriate conjunction: Select the conjunction that best reflects the relationship.
3. Insert the conjunction: Place the conjunction in the appropriate spot to create a clear and grammatical sentence.