Combining Sentences

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. For example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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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 coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). For example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it was raining.'

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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 no dependent clauses. For example: 'The cat sat on the mat.'

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What is a list in writing?

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A list in writing is a series of items or ideas presented in a sequence, often separated by commas or bullet points. For example: 'My favorite fruits are apples, bananas, and oranges.'

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How do you combine sentences using a list?

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To combine sentences using a list, you can take multiple related ideas and present them in a single sentence using commas. For example: 'I enjoy reading, writing, and drawing.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. The main coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. For example: 'Because I was tired.'

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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. For example: 'I went to the store.'

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How do you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two or more independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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The purpose of combining sentences is to create more complex and varied sentence structures, which can enhance writing clarity and style.