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Writing – Sentence Combining

Writing · Level 1 · Worksheet 5 of 5 · CCSS: L.1.1g, L.1.1h · Practice Set 3

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 sing. She can dance well.
We saw lions. We saw tigers.
He can swim. He can dive.
The wind blew. The leaves fell.

2 Combine with "but"

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

Two Sentences	Combined with "but"
The movie was long. It was funny.
I wanted to swim. The pool was cold.
He is quiet. He is very kind.

3 Combine with "because"

🔗 Use "because" to explain WHY.

What Happened + Why	Combined Sentence
She smiled. She got a good grade.
We stayed home. It was snowing.
He was proud. He finished the race.

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 lights went out. We used flashlights.

I like reading. I like puzzles too.

She practiced every day. She still felt nervous.

+ Bonus Writing Practice

Add one more short writing task for Set 3.

Prompt: Write about a trip outside for a friend.