Sentence Fluency The Simple Sentence

Make sure your writing shows fluency by varying your simple

sentence constructions
Rule Always avoid starting sentences with these words
There is/are -There was/were - Then And Because
Pronouns (I We They etc.)

Instead, use these techniques to add variety to the simple sentences you create
Technique 1: Starting with a Noun
Mary played tennis with her friends.

OR

The boys enjoyed the food.

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Technique 2: Starting with an Adjective
Beautiful trees line both sides of the road. OR An incessant noise droned in the background.
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Technique 3: Start with an Adverb + Comma
Gradually, the incessant noise began to diminish. OR Slowly, the children headed out to recess.
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Technique 4: Start with a Verb (known as a participle phrase) verb + ing + noun
Working with their partners, the students finished the assignment.
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Technique 5: Starting with an Infinitive (to + verb)
To live in Hawaii is the dream of my life.

OR

To help others is a noble occupation.

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Technique 6: Doubles and Triples (of above)
Maggie, Catie, and Caroline played tennis.

Write on the line which technique was used

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A kind and considerate lady helped the small boy. _______________________

Honestly and bluntly, the students told the truth.

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