Combining Sentences for Flow
Using conjunctions (and, but, or) to combine short sentences into longer, more complex ones.
Key Questions
- Explain how conjunctions improve sentence flow and avoid choppiness.
- Construct compound sentences using appropriate conjunctions.
- Analyze the effect of combining sentences on the overall readability of a text.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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