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Writing – Sentence Combining

Writing · Level 1 · Worksheet 5 of 5 · CCSS: L.1.1g, L.1.1h · Practice Set 2

Level 1 ⭐

1 Combine with "and"

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

Two Sentences	One Combined Sentence
She can read. She can write.
We ate carrots. We ate peas.
He can hop. He can skip.
The bird sang. The bird flew away.

2 Combine with "but"

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

Two Sentences	Combined with "but"
The soup is hot. The bread is cold.
I wanted to run. My leg hurt.
She likes cats. She is allergic to them.

3 Combine with "because"

🔗 Use "because" to explain WHY.

What Happened + Why	Combined Sentence
He wore boots. It was muddy.
We cheered. Our team won.
She was tired. She woke up early.

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 pond froze. The kids could not skate on it.

I wanted a snack. I grabbed an apple.

He likes soccer. He likes basketball too.

+ Bonus Writing Practice

Add one more short writing task for Set 2.

Prompt: Write about a class project for your teacher.