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Ways to Combine Sentences:

Ways to Combine Sentences:. 1. Use FANBOYS (coordinating conjunctions) I like Twix , but I like Reese’s better. 2. Use AWUBIS to add a front branch or end branch (subordinating conjunctions) because I love school, I want to go every day!

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Ways to Combine Sentences:

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  1. Ways to Combine Sentences: 1. Use FANBOYS (coordinating conjunctions) I like Twix, but I like Reese’s better. 2. Use AWUBIS to add a front branch or end branch (subordinating conjunctions) because I love school, I want to go every day! I have to brush my teeth because I don't want cavities. 3. Make a list of multiple items. I like candy. I like soda. I like vegtables. I like candy, soda, and vegetables. 4. Use a semicolon. My parents are wonderful. They taught me everything I know. My parents are wonderful; they taught me everything I know.

  2. Steps for Combining: • Get rid of repetition. • Decide on an order. • Use connector words (FANBOYS, AWUBIS). • Re-read to see if it makes sense.

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  5. RULES: • Maintain the overall meaning of the sentence • Avoid fragmented sentences and run-on sentences • Avoid choppiness unless it’s for effect

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