Combining Sentences

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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To create more complex and varied sentences that improve the flow and clarity of writing.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or).

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A word that connects two independent clauses, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but' in sentence combining?

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'And' adds information, while 'but' contrasts two ideas.

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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 cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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How can you combine sentences using 'or'?

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Use 'or' to present alternatives or choices between two ideas.

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What is the effect of using a semicolon in sentence combining?

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A semicolon can link closely related independent clauses without a conjunction.

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What is an example of combining sentences with a semicolon?

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Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk; it was raining outside.'

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What is the role of commas in combining sentences?

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Commas are used to separate independent clauses when combined with coordinating conjunctions.