combining cordinating & suborninating clauses

✳️ Activity 1: Identify the Clause Type

Identify whether the underlined part is an independent or dependent clause.

🧩 Activity 2: Combine Clauses Using FANBOYS

Join the sentences using the correct coordinating conjunction. For, And, No, But, Or, Yet, So
1. I revised the essay. I improved my coherence.

2. Some students prefer online learning. Others enjoy studying in class.

3. I was nervous about the test. I practiced mock exams daily.

4. Grammar can be challenging. It is essential for high IELTS scores.

5. I didn’t study yesterday. I was too tired.

✒️ Activity 3: Combine Clauses Using Subordination

Combine the following pairs using the subordinating conjunction given in brackets.
1. I study English daily. I want to achieve Band 8. (because)

2. The question was difficult. I tried to answer it. (although)

3. You can improve quickly. You practice speaking every day. (if)

4. I avoid distractions. I can focus better. (so that)

5. I’ve been learning English. I moved to Canada. (since)

🧮 Activity 4: Error Correction — Clause Connection

Find and fix the errors in clause combinations.
1. I study hard, because I want to get high score.

2. Although the topic was easy, but many students made mistakes.

3. I didn’t attend the lecture, so because I was late.

4. When I will get the results, I tell you.

5. He practices speaking daily, since he want to be fluent.

✍️ Activity 5: Clause Creation Drill

so that

Create your own sentences using the given conjunctions.