📚 Part 1: Identifying Connection Words

1. Combine the following sentences using an appropriate connecting word: "The movie was exciting. I fell asleep."

2. Fill in the blank with the best connecting word: "It was raining heavily. We decided to stay inside." _______ we decided to stay inside.

3. List two connecting words that show contrast:

✏️ Part 2: Build a Sentence

4. Combine these simple sentences into ONE complex sentence:

• The storm was approaching quickly.

• The wind was getting stronger.

• We needed to find shelter.

5. Combine these ideas using connecting words:

• My alarm clock didn't go off.

• I was late for school.

• My teacher was understanding.

6. Create one sentence from these parts:

• The pizza was delicious.

• It was too hot to eat.

• We had to wait five minutes.

7. Write three simple sentences about your favorite hobby, then combine them into one flowing sentence:

Simple sentences:

Combined sentence:

8. Fill in the blanks with appropriate connecting words:

The concert was sold out, _______ we couldn't get tickets. _______, my friend's older brother had extras, _______ we were able to go after all.