Combining Sentences

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What is the purpose of combining sentences in writing?

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To create more complex and varied sentence structures, improve flow, and enhance clarity.

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What conjunction is commonly used to combine two independent clauses?

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The conjunction 'and' is commonly used to combine two independent clauses.

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How can you combine two sentences that share a subject?

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You can combine them by using 'and' or 'or' followed by the verbs of the sentences.

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

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Example: 'The cat sleeps. The dog barks.' can be combined to 'The cat sleeps and the dog barks.'

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

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Example: 'Would you like tea? Would you like coffee?' can be combined to 'Would you like tea or coffee?'

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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.

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains only one independent clause, while a compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses.

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How do you identify independent clauses in a sentence?

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Independent clauses can stand alone as complete sentences and contain a subject and a verb.

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What is the role of punctuation when combining sentences?

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Punctuation, such as commas, is used to separate independent clauses when combined with conjunctions.

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What is an example of a sentence that incorrectly combines clauses?

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Example: 'I like to read I like to write.' This should be corrected to 'I like to read and I like to write.'