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Writing – Sentence Combining

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

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 whistle. She can hum.
We fed the chickens. We fed the goats.
He can climb. He can slide.
The thunder rumbled. The rain began.

2 Combine with "but"

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

Two Sentences	Combined with "but"
The hill was tall. We reached the top.
I wanted juice. Only water was left.
The puzzle was tricky. We finished it.

3 Combine with "because"

🔗 Use "because" to explain WHY.

What Happened + Why	Combined Sentence
He hurried. The bell was ringing.
We wore hats. The sun was strong.
She cheered loudly. Her sister won first place.

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 power went out. We lit candles.

I like hiking. I like biking too.

He arrived early. He still missed his friend.

+ Bonus Writing Practice

Add one more short writing task for Set 5.

Prompt: Write about a pet or animal for a neighbor.