How to Combine Sentences: Inserting Words and Phrases

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Lesson 3: Combining Sentences

How to combine sentences: Inserting words and phrases

Combine the following short sentences by inserting the italicized word or phrase into the first sentence. Add commas where necessary. Hints in parentheses tell how to change word forms.

1. The surgeon performed the operation. She was a skillful surgeon.

2. The children went down the slide. They took turns. (Change took to taking.)

3. This city has a famous cathedral. The city is the capital of the country.

How to combine sentences: Compound subjects, verbs, and objects

Combine the sentences by forming a compound subject, compound verb, or compound object. Be prepared to explain your answers.

1. Juan works after school. Kinesha also works after school.

2. Mrs. Braxton could sponsor the class trip. Mrs. Braxton could recruit parents to help.

3. Karen brought the cake to the party. Karen also brought the candles.

How to combine sentences: Compound sentences

Combine each of the following pairs of sentences by forming a compound sentence. Be prepared to explain your answers.

1. It was hot in the sun. We went to sit in the shade.

2. Marta stayed up too late. She feels tired this morning.

3. Owning a dog is a big responsibility. A dog needs a lot of care and attention.

How to combine sentences: Subordinating ideas

Combine the following short sentences by turning one of the sentences into an adjective clause, adverb clause, or noun clause, as indicated in parentheses.

1. The man lives in this apartment building. He drives our bus. (adjective clause)

2. I print out my final draft. I will proofread it. (adverb clause)

3. The players were notified. The game had been cancelled. (noun clause)

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