Combining Sentences

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What is combining sentences?

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Combining sentences is the process of joining two or more simple sentences into one longer sentence to make writing clearer and more interesting.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction (like 'and', 'but', or 'or').

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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 with the same subject?

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You can combine sentences with the same subject by using 'and' to connect the verbs. For example, 'Frank likes oranges' and 'Mary likes oranges' can be combined to 'Frank and Mary like oranges.'

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How do you combine sentences with different subjects?

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You can combine sentences with different subjects by using 'and' to connect both subjects and their actions. For example, 'Dad cooks supper' and 'Dad washes dishes' can be combined to 'Dad cooks supper and washes dishes.'

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What is an example of combining sentences using 'but'?

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An example is: 'Jake did his homework, but he didn't walk the dog.' This shows a contrast between the two actions.

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

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An example is: 'Would you like pizza, or would you prefer pasta?' This presents a choice between two options.

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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The purpose of combining sentences is to improve the flow of writing, reduce repetition, and make ideas clearer.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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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. It has a subject and a verb.