combine sentences

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What is the purpose of combining sentences in writing?

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The purpose of combining sentences is to create more complex and varied sentence structures, improve the flow of writing, and convey ideas more clearly and concisely.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or).

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Common coordinating conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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How do you combine two sentences that share a common subject?

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To combine two sentences that share a common subject, you can use 'and' to connect the verbs or phrases, creating a single sentence.

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

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A compound sentence consists of 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 independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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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 does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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How can you combine sentences using a semicolon?

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You can combine two independent clauses using a semicolon to indicate a close relationship between the ideas without using a conjunction.

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What is the role of punctuation when combining sentences?

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Punctuation, such as commas and semicolons, helps clarify the relationship between combined sentences and ensures proper sentence structure.

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What is an example of combining sentences with a coordinating conjunction?

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Example: 'The sun is shining. It is a beautiful day.' can be combined to 'The sun is shining, and it is a beautiful day.'