Combining Sentences

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What is combining sentences?

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Combining sentences is the process of merging two or more sentences into one to make writing clearer and more concise.

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Why is it important to combine sentences?

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Combining sentences helps improve the flow of writing, reduces repetition, and makes ideas easier to understand.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, often connected by subordinating conjunctions like because, although, or since.

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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, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects an independent clause with a dependent clause, such as 'although', 'because', or 'while'.

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How can adjectives be used when combining sentences?

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Adjectives can be used to describe nouns in combined sentences, allowing for more detailed and vivid descriptions.

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What is an example of combining sentences using adjectives?

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Instead of saying 'The puppy was soft. The puppy was brown.', you can say 'The brown puppy was soft and cuddly.'

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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 proper punctuation or conjunctions.

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How can you fix a run-on sentence?

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You can fix a run-on sentence by adding a period, a semicolon, or a coordinating conjunction.

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