Combining Sentences

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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To create more complex and varied sentence structures, improve writing flow, and convey ideas more clearly.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with a subject and a predicate.

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How do you combine two simple sentences into a simple sentence?

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You can combine them by merging the subjects and predicates, often using conjunctions or by rephrasing.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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How do you combine two sentences into a compound sentence?

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You can combine them by using a coordinating conjunction to link the two independent clauses.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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How do you combine two sentences into a complex sentence?

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You can combine them by using a subordinating conjunction to link the dependent clause to the independent clause.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause (e.g., because, although, when, if).

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal rank (e.g., for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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What is the effect of combining sentences on writing style?

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Combining sentences can enhance writing style by adding variety, improving coherence, and making the text more engaging.