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Writing – Sentence Combining

Writing · Level 1 · Worksheet 5 of 5 · CCSS: L.1.1g, L.1.1h · Practice Set 6

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 bake. He can cook.
We saw deer. We saw rabbits.
She can skate. She can ski.
The clouds gathered. The wind picked up.

2 Combine with "but"

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

Two Sentences	Combined with "but"
The box was heavy. She carried it inside.
I wanted to play. My chores weren't done.
The song was slow. Everyone loved it.

3 Combine with "because"

🔗 Use "because" to explain WHY.

What Happened + Why	Combined Sentence
He grinned. He found his missing shoe.
We left early. Traffic was heavy.
She rested. Her legs were sore.

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 fridge broke. We ate a cold lunch.

I enjoy chess. I enjoy checkers too.

He trained for months. He still felt shaky.

+ Bonus Writing Practice

Add one more short writing task for Set 6.

Prompt: Write about a rainy afternoon for your principal.