Combining Sentences-CT

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The cat sleeps.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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

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How do you combine two simple sentences into a simple sentence?

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You can combine two simple sentences by using a conjunction or by rephrasing. Example: 'I like apples. I like oranges.' can be combined to 'I like apples and oranges.'

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'so', and 'because.'

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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Combining sentences helps to create more complex and interesting writing, making it easier to convey ideas clearly and concisely.

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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. Example: 'She runs every day.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause. Example: 'Because she was tired.'

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

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example of compound: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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How can you combine sentences using 'when'?

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You can use 'when' to indicate the time something happens. Example: 'I finished my homework. I went to bed.' can be combined to 'When I finished my homework, I went to bed.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Example: 'I wanted pizza, and my brother wanted pasta.'