Combining Sentences Flashcard

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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 in structure. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'if', 'when', and 'while'.

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Combine the following sentences using a coordinating conjunction: 'I wanted to play outside. It was raining.'

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I wanted to play outside, but it was raining.

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Combine the following sentences using a coordinating conjunction: 'She loves to read. She doesn’t have time.'

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She loves to read, but she doesn’t have time.

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Combine the following sentences using a subordinating conjunction: 'He will go to the party. He finishes his homework.'

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He will go to the party if he finishes his homework.

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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Combining sentences helps to create more complex and varied sentence structures, improving writing flow and coherence.

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Identify a common mistake when using coordinating conjunctions.

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A common mistake is using a coordinating conjunction to connect two independent clauses without a comma, which can lead to run-on sentences.

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Combine the following sentences using a coordinating conjunction: 'The sun is shining. It is very hot.'

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The sun is shining, and it is very hot.

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What is an example of a sentence with a subordinating conjunction?

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.

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Combine the following sentences using a coordinating conjunction: 'He studied hard. He did not pass the exam.'

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He studied hard, but he did not pass the exam.