Sentence Variety

5. Occasion/Position Statements
Complex sentences Begin with a dependent clause to state the occasion End with an independent clause to state the position Start with words or phrases called subordinate conjunctions

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Examples
If you are looking for an easy way to add fractions, Even though bike helmets might sometimes feel uncomfortable, just follow my advice.

everyone should wear them every time they ride.

6. Compare/Contrast Statements
Tell how two people, places, things, or ideas are alike or different Use compare/contrast words like different, alike, differ

Examples
My pet dog and my best friends pet dog are very different. Living in a small town and living in the city might seem different, but life in both is actually similar.

7. Question/ Statement Sentences

Ask a question to get the readers attention Make a statement about a topic or subject to get the reader to think

Examples
What will you do during the summer? I plan to swim at the recreation center as much as possible and become the star of the junior level swim team.

What is your favorite book?

Mine is the Island of the Blue Dolphins.

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