Sentence Combining

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What is sentence combining?

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Sentence combining is the process of joining two or more simple sentences to create a more complex sentence, improving clarity and variety in writing.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'because', 'although', 'unless', etc.

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What does 'unless' mean in a sentence?

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'Unless' introduces a condition that must be met for something to happen, indicating that if the condition is not met, the opposite will occur.

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What does 'after' indicate in a sentence?

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'After' indicates that one action takes place following another action in time.

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What does 'until' mean in a sentence?

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'Until' indicates that an action will continue up to a certain point in time.

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What does 'while' mean in a sentence?

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'While' indicates that two actions are happening at the same time.

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What does 'before' indicate in a sentence?

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'Before' indicates that one action occurs prior to another action.

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How can conjunctions improve writing?

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Conjunctions can improve writing by connecting ideas, making sentences more fluid, and reducing repetition.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'although'.

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

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What is the purpose of using 'since' in a sentence?

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'Since' can indicate a reason or a time period, showing that one event follows another.