Combining Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The cat sleeps.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to play, but it was raining.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, I went for a walk.'

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'so', and 'yet.'

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How do you combine sentences using 'and'?

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You can combine sentences by adding 'and' to connect two related ideas. Example: 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'

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How do you combine sentences using 'but'?

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You can combine sentences by using 'but' to show contrast. Example: 'I like ice cream, but I don't like cake.'

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How do you combine sentences using 'so'?

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You can combine sentences using 'so' to show cause and effect. Example: 'It was cold, so I wore a jacket.'

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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Combining sentences helps to make writing clearer and more interesting by reducing repetition and connecting ideas.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence. Example: 'She loves to read.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction. Example: 'Because she loves to read.'