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Writing – Sentence Combining

Writing · Level 1 · Worksheet 5 of 5 · CCSS: L.1.1g, L.1.1h · Practice Set 4

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 jump. He can run fast.
We picked apples. We picked pears.
She can paint. She can draw.
The rain stopped. The sun came out.

2 Combine with "but"

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

Two Sentences	Combined with "but"
The trail was steep. We kept climbing.
I wanted cake. There was none left.
The test was hard. She passed it.

3 Combine with "because"

🔗 Use "because" to explain WHY.

What Happened + Why	Combined Sentence
He clapped. His team scored a goal.
We packed umbrellas. Rain was expected.
She laughed. The joke was funny.

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 bus was late. We waited at the stop.

I enjoy drawing. I enjoy painting too.

He studied all week. He still felt worried.

+ Bonus Writing Practice

Add one more short writing task for Set 4.

Prompt: Write about helping at home for your grandparent.