Revising Sentences

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What is the purpose of dividing a long sentence into two sentences?

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To improve clarity and readability while maintaining the original meaning.

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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 conjunction.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What does it mean to combine sentences?

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To merge two or more sentences into one while preserving the original meaning.

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What is a conjunction?

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A word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is an independent clause?

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A group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.

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How can you identify the main idea in a sentence?

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Look for the subject and the verb, which usually convey the main action or concept.

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What is the effect of using transitional words in sentences?

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Transitional words help to connect ideas and improve the flow of writing.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A sentence that incorrectly combines two or more independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunctions.