Sentence Revisions

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What is the purpose of combining sentences in writing?

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Combining sentences helps to improve the flow of writing, reduce redundancy, and create more complex and nuanced ideas.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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How can you combine two sentences using a semicolon?

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You can combine two independent clauses using a semicolon when they are closely related in thought, e.g., 'I wanted to go for a walk; it was raining outside.'

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What is the effect of using transitional phrases when combining sentences?

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Transitional phrases help to clarify the relationship between ideas, making the writing smoother and easier to follow.

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is an example of a sentence that uses a subordinating conjunction?

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An example is: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go for a hike.' Here, 'although' is the subordinating conjunction.

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What is the role of punctuation in combining sentences?

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Punctuation, such as commas and semicolons, is crucial in indicating the relationship between clauses and ensuring clarity in combined sentences.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without appropriate punctuation or conjunctions.

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How can you avoid creating a run-on sentence?

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You can avoid run-on sentences by using proper punctuation, such as periods, commas with conjunctions, or semicolons.