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 the flow of writing, and convey ideas more clearly.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal, such as 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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

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By using a conjunction to link the predicates, e.g., 'The dog barked and the cat meowed'.

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What is the effect of using commas when combining sentences?

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Commas help clarify the relationship between the combined clauses and improve readability.

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What is an example of combining sentences using 'and'?

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'I like to read. I like to write.' can be combined to 'I like to read and write.'

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What is an example of combining sentences using 'but'?

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'She wanted to go for a walk. It was raining.' can be combined to 'She wanted to go for a walk, but it was raining.'

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What is an example of combining sentences using 'or'?

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'Would you like tea? Would you like coffee?' can be combined to 'Would you like tea or coffee?'.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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How can you combine sentences that have different subjects?

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By using a conjunction and ensuring the sentence structure remains clear, e.g., 'The cat hissed, and the dog barked.'