Identify within context a variety of appropriate sentence-combining techniques (i.e., comma + coordinating conjunction, use of semicolon, introductory phrases or clauses). SPI 0801.1.7

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1. Choose best conjunction to combine sentences - eleven-question multiple-choice quiz
2. Comma Rule Essentials - Key words for understanding some of the most essential comma rules are before, after, around, and between. (pdf)
3. Connecting Sentences with Commas and Semicolons - Here are a few rules with examplesof when you should use a comma and when you need a semicolon.
4. Run-On Sentences - Use a semi-colon to keep closely related ideas together.
5. Sentence Combination - study four options for combining two complete sentences.
6. Sentence Combining - Match the two columns to have a meaningful sentence
7. Sentence-Combining Practice - (pdf) Use the coordinating conjunctions and, or, and but to combine the sentences in each cluster. Include only using compound elements.
8. Tiered Sentence Combining - (pdf) Strategies and exercises for combining
   short sentences with and, but, or, so.
9. Using Commas, Semicolons, and Colons Within Sentences - Punctuation within sentences can be tricky; however, if you know just a few of the following rules, you will be well on your way to becoming a polished writer and proofreader.
10. What Are Advanced Sentence Combining Techniques? - In this informative video, you will explore advanced sentence combining techniques that can elevate your writing to new heights.

 

 

 

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