Combining Sentences Flashcard

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What does it mean to combine sentences?

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Combining sentences means joining two or more sentences together to make one sentence that conveys the same meaning.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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How do you combine sentences using 'and'?

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You can combine sentences using 'and' to show that both ideas are true. For example, 'The bird is singing' and 'The bird is flying' can be combined as 'The bird is singing and flying.'

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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The purpose of combining sentences is to make writing clearer and more interesting by reducing repetition and connecting related ideas.

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What does it mean to use 'but' when combining sentences?

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Using 'but' shows a contrast between two ideas. For example, 'The teacher is kind, but she is strict.'

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What is an example of combining sentences with 'or'?

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An example is: 'Would you like pizza or pasta?' This shows a choice between two options.

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How can you combine sentences that express similar ideas?

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You can combine sentences that express similar ideas by using 'and'. For example, 'I love to read books' and 'I love to read comics' can be combined as 'I love to read books and comics.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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An example of a compound sentence is: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'