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Sentences Ex - 2




Combine the two simple sentences into a compound sentence:- 


1. The company offers freebies. It wants to attract customers.

2. James Mathews is the president of the club. He is an eloquent speaker.

3. You press this button. You can operate the machine.

4. The patient was given the best medical attention. Still doctors couldn’t save him.

5. He gave up his studies. He did so with reluctance.

6. The batsman was hurt by a bouncer. He went back to the pavilion.

7. The sea was rough. We cancelled the voyage.

8. It was a small cot. I couldn’t sleep on it.

9. He was deserted by his friends. He lost hope.

10. The girl was carrying a basket on her head. She walked towards the market.

11. John went to the movies. He had a lot of work to do.
12. Vishnu is a brilliant boy. He has won several honors.
13. Mark didn’t get the job. He lacked the necessary qualifications.
14. Harry is a baseball player. He is known all over the world.


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