Combining Sentences with Connectors

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What is a connector in sentence combining?

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A connector is a word or phrase that links two independent clauses or sentences together, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'so', and 'therefore'.

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What does it mean to combine sentences?

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Combining sentences means merging two or more sentences into one sentence using connectors to improve clarity and flow.

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What is the purpose of using 'if' as a connector?

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'If' is used to introduce a conditional clause, indicating that one action depends on another.

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How do you use 'and' in sentence combining?

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'And' is used to connect two related ideas or actions, indicating that both are true or happening.

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What is the function of 'but' in sentence combining?

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'But' is used to contrast two ideas, showing that one idea is different or opposite to the other.

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When should 'or' be used in sentence combining?

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'Or' is used to present alternatives or choices between two ideas or actions.

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What does 'therefore' indicate when used as a connector?

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'Therefore' indicates a conclusion or result based on the information presented in the previous clause.

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How can 'so' be used in sentence combining?

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'So' is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship, indicating that one action is a result of another.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.