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Writing – Sentence Combining

Writing · Level 1 · Worksheet 5 of 5 · CCSS: L.1.1g, L.1.1h · Practice Set 8

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 paddle. He can steer.
We planted beans. We planted corn.
She can hop. She can spin.
The snow fell. The streets turned white.

2 Combine with "but"

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

Two Sentences	Combined with "but"
The cave was dark. We used flashlights.
I wanted pancakes. We were out of eggs.
The math problem was tough. She solved it.

3 Combine with "because"

🔗 Use "because" to explain WHY.

What Happened + Why	Combined Sentence
He cheered. His sister scored the winning point.
We turned back. The bridge was closed.
She smiled wide. She saw her best friend.

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 music stopped. Everyone looked around.

I enjoy soccer. I enjoy tennis too.

He practiced piano daily. He still made mistakes.

+ Bonus Writing Practice

Add one more short writing task for Set 8.

Prompt: Write about a book you liked for the librarian.