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 flow, and enhance clarity in writing.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A sentence that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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

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What is a dependent clause?

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A group of words that has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A word that connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance (e.g., for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause (e.g., although, because, since, unless).

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How can you combine two simple sentences?

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By using a coordinating conjunction to form a compound sentence.

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What is an example of combining sentences using a subordinating conjunction?

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Instead of saying 'It was raining. I stayed inside.', you can say 'Because it was raining, I stayed inside.'

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What is the effect of combining sentences on writing?

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It enhances the variety and complexity of the writing, making it more engaging and easier to read.