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Writing – Sentence Combining

Writing · Level 1 · Worksheet 5 of 5 · CCSS: L.1.1g, L.1.1h · Practice Set 10

Level 1 ⭐

1 Combine with "and"

🔗 Make one sentence from two using the word "and". Try each pair.

Two Sentences	One Combined Sentence
He can whittle. He can carve.
We saw hawks. We saw sparrows.
She can cartwheel. She can flip.
The tide rose. The waves grew bigger.

2 Combine with "but"

🔗 Use the word "but" when two ideas are different or opposite.

Two Sentences	Combined with "but"
The attic was dusty. We found old photos.
I wanted lemonade. The pitcher was empty.
The quiz was long. Most kids finished early.

3 Combine with "because"

🔗 Use "because" to explain WHY.

What Happened + Why	Combined Sentence
He beamed. He had won the spelling bee.
We closed the windows. A storm was coming.
She sighed with relief. Her project was finally done.

4 Choose the Best Connector

✍️ Combine each pair of sentences using "and," "but," or "because." Pick the one that makes the most sense!

Connectors and but because

The printer jammed. We waited for help.

I enjoy camping. I enjoy fishing too.

He warmed up carefully. He still felt stiff.

+ Bonus Writing Practice

Add one more short writing task for Set 10.

Prompt: Write about a goal you have for someone who helped you.