 | Additional Exercises Chapter 9: Cause-Effect Paragraphs
Sentence Combining
Use a coordinating conjunction or a conjunctive adverb to combine the following sentences to form a compound sentence. After you complete the exercise, Email your work to your instructor or Print the page to give to your instructor.
1. I can replace the vase. I cannot replace its sentimental value.
2. Apply another layer of varnish. Buff the floor to get a shine.
3. I did not pay my cable bill. I can no longer afford the service.
4. I took the permit test. I still need to take the road test.
5. This plant needs ample water. It will wither and die.
6. I did not order coffee. I did not order tea.
7. The gas tank was empty. A gas station was nearby.
8. Ed washed his car. He vacuumed and polished the interior.
9. The weather was cold and rainy. They decided not to go camping.
10. I asked him to stop at the store. He has a short memory.
11. She feared the worst. Her father had been very ill.
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