COMPLETE THOUGHT so | will pass the test. because the jury found him “not guilty.” since they heard that the plane would be late. because their coats were alike. so their children could see Santa Claus. since the chair was broken. so the car would be warm. because we were hungry for fish. 4]
DIRECTIONS: PUT AN X NEXT TO EACH COMPLEX SENTENCE|/ BELOW. PUT A Vv NEXT TO EACH COMPOUND SENTENCE BELOW. Example: V__ Mr. Todd was invited to the party, but he can’t go. __X__ The woman was late to work because the bus broke down. . The electricity was off, so Mr. Martin couldn't watch TV. . Mrs. Steele went to the dentist, and she was there 2 hours. . Some of the people wanted to ski, but the others wanted to sit by the fireplace. . Mrs. James took Carl to school after they went to the doctor. . The women sat on chairs, and the men sat on the floor. The plane couldn't land because the fog was too thick. . Our football players can win the game if they try. . Will the class meet tonight, or has it been cancelled? . Mr. Barber will stop at the store before he goes home. . The sun was shining, but it was a very cold day. 42
SECOND ACTION BECAUSE |OR SINCE. ; DIRECTIONS: BECAUSE AND SINCE ARE CIRCLED IN EACH OF THESE SENTENCES. | DRAW A LINE UNDER THE FIRST ACTION IN EACH SENTENCE. Example: Melvin doesn’t want to go to the hospital Gecaushe is afraid to have an operation. 1. The Lions beat the TigersGsince>it was a better team. i 2. The boy left camp early Gecaus® he was homesick. 3. She doesn’t want to drive downtownCsince>the traffic is heavy. 4. | will help you with your workGsince>! am not busy. 5. Ms. Hill doesn’t want to learn bookkeeping Because) it is so difficult. 6. Mr. Lund can’t go to the pa because he has to work. 43
= SECOND F | ACTION DIRECTIONS: SO IS CIRCLED IN EACH OF THE SENTENCES BELOW. DRAW A LINE UNDER THE FIRST ACTION IN EACH SENTENCE. Example: You have finished school,(so)now it is time for you to earn your own liv 1. We bought a swimming pool for the children (so) they can enjoy the hot summer days more. 2. Mr. French worked 5 hours overtime this week Go)his family could have a little extra money. 3. They will have their cat spayed (so) she will not have more kittens. 4. Phyllis didn’t have enough money for a bookcase, (S0)she made one with boards and bricks. 5. Our apartment doesn’t allow pets, 60) we will have to move. 44
10. 11. . The cheap brand of gasoline clogged my carburetor, so | changed brands. . We could smell the fresh bread because the wind was blowing toward us. . Ms. Corning paid to have the machine fixed since she broke it. The moving company will take good care of your furniture, so don’t worry. You cannot pick up your sewing machine yet because you haven't paid the bill. The train is too slow, so we will take an airplane. . We should cook the meat a little bit longer since it is still rare. . | have to buy the children some new clothes since school starts next week. . Mr. Stanley belongs to a chess club, so he has people to play chess with. Marty doesn’t want to go to the dance because he doesn’t dance very well. They didn’t eat in the park since it began to rain at noon. . The dog couldn’t jump the fence, so it crawled under the gate. 45
10. 2; SECOND ACTION . We were tired of waiting, so we went to the play without them. . | will be home tonight so you can come to visit me. . Ted wants a new blow dryer for his birthday because his old one broke last week. . Mr. Matthews took a long vacation because he did not have a vacation last year. . The children did not have to go to school today since it snowed four inches last night. . The Stallone sisters returned to New York so they could visit their family and friends. . Brenda has a good idea because it will save our club some money. . My mother is babysitting so my husband and | can celebrate our anniversary. . Mr. Bradford didn’t write me a letter since he didn’t know my address. We put the birds in the bathroom so we could clean out their cage. . Smoke alarms are important because they warn people of fires. The baby hasn't cried since | fed her. 46
FIRST ACTION. SECOND ACTION. 1. The library didn’t open until 9:00, so we had to wait outside for 10 minutes. 2. The little boy cried because he was afraid. 3. We don’t go to the movies much since we bought a giant screen color TV. 4. Belinda’s car had a dent, so she took it to have it fixed. 5. The union leader will talk to management since we did not get our puy increase. 6. The shelf in the kitchen needs to be replaced, so | will need to buy a piece of wood. 7. The soldiers went on leave because the sergeant dismissed them. 8. In January we went to Vermont since it is so beautiful there in the wintertime. 9. The mountain climber climbed all day, so he was very tired that night. j 10. The police detective arrested the wrong person because he did not gather enough information about the crime. 47
DIRECTIONS: WRITE YES NEXT TO EACH SENTENCE WHICH HAS THE CORRECT CONJUNCTION BECAUSE,| SINCE,| OR SO. WRITE NO NEXT TO EACH SENTENCE WHICH DOES NOT HAVE THE CORRECT CONJUNCTION. WRITE THE CORRECT CONJUNCTION ABOVE EACH INCORRECT ONE. Example: eo My son's birthday is today, so | bought him a cake. 9 fo) Mirch 2a | went home 34 it started to rain. . It was a beautiful day so we had the party outside. . The Kinneys are moving next week because they will need our help. . It was their silver wedding anniversary, so we gave them a silver gravy boat. . Colorado is a beautiful state since we plan to go there on vacation. . We were hot and perspiring so we played tennis. . It was the 4th of July because Mr. Bright bought some fireworks. . Allan wants to buy his wife some flowers since he wants to make her happy. . The store was giving free tickets to the circus so we went shopping there. . She was late to work so she had to change a tire on her car. . Most people like to sleep on Saturday because they don’t have to go to work. 48
. Mr. and Mrs. Chiang gave us two puppies _______ they had too many. . My sister and her husband will go to a party tonight ___I will babysit for them. . Our church is planning a garage sale __________ we can earn money for a school. . The United States is a democracy ______ we have a “government by the people.” . | like to go to the Astor Restaurant ________ it has good food. . Mrs. Clay will not have lunch today ________ she can lose some weight. . Ms. Gladstone went to sit down ______ her legs hurt. . They plan to work hard Saturday morning —__—_—_ they can bowl Saturday afternoon. . Eat your vegetables _____ you _ will grow up to be strong and healthy. . | don’t like to argue _______ it is a waste of time. . Mr. Taub has been feeling better ________ he had his surgery. . We decided to stay home _______ the streets were slippery. 49
. | will not have to water the garden . Mr. Lincoln cannot come to the meeting . Don’t wash the dishes . Please come to my house . The children want to have a picnic . Thanksgiving is a nice time of the year . The Governor visted the college . Leon has a good job 50
. We do not have any milk . Mark knows all about taxes . The Howes left us their house key . The post office is on strike . It will be a cold winter . We bought a used car . Our son had a fever . The vaccum cleaner is broken 51 | wrdt x e
os esac DIRECTIONS: CHANGE THESE BECAUSE AND SINCE SENTENCES TO MAKE THEM SO SENTENCES. Example: Sandra rode her bike to work because her car needed repairs. . Ms. Parker is on a diet since she is overweight. . | took my umbrella because it was raining. . We went to New Orleans since my father-in-law was ill. . Mr. Blankman wore his brown suit since his blue suit was dirty.
DIRECTIONS: CHANGE THESE SO SENTENCES TO MAKE THEM BECAUSE OR SINCE SENTENCES. Example: Someone robbed it last night, so the bank is not open today. 1. My sister loves horseback riding, so she bought a horse. 2. Mr. Roberts is a business expert, so the university asked him to give a lecture. 3. The ice was thin, so Mr. Barker couldn't ice skate. 4. The tailor needed more room, so he moved to a new shop. 53
Why are you = | am dirty because so dirty? | changed the f oil in my car. BECAUSE AND THE FIRST ACTION. Example: Why will your daughter go to eolleder My daughter will go to college 1. Why do you want a salad for lunch? | want a salad for lunch 2. Why will Mr. Sturgis work late tonight? Mr. Sturgis will work late tonight: eee _____ 3. Why can’t Aunt Ruth come to visit us? Aunt Ruth can’t come to visit us 4. Why did the Clarks go camping? The Clarks went camping 5. Why are her parents moving to Arizona? Her parents are moving to Arizona 54
DIRECTIONS: FINISH THE ANSWER TO EACH WHY QUESTION BY ADDING SINCE AND THE FIRST ACTION. Example: Why are you taking a math class? | am taking a math class since A Aave . Why did Mrs. Phillips fire Martha? Mrs. Phillips fired Martha . Why are you buying a tuxedo? | am buying a tuxedo . Why can your son skip the second grade? My son can skip the second grade . Why is the roof leaking? The roof is leaking . Why are you moving the furniture around? | am moving the furniture around 55
DIRECTIONS: FINISH THE ANSWER TO EACH WHY QUESTION BY ADDING THE FIRST ACTION. | Example: Why did Mr. Peterson fix the bike? Huu beke fad w flat lire, 0 Mr. Peterson fixed it. . Why did you give the dog a bath? so | gave him a bath. . Why did the man yell? so the man yelled. . Why will Mrs. Jetson go fishing? so Mrs. Jetson will go fishing. . Why is the teacher borrowing a dime? so the teacher is borrowing a dime. . Why did you call the police? so | called the police. 56
SECOND ACTION WHY . Why are you going to a movie? because | am bored. . Why is Kathleen quitting school? She is going to get married, so . Why did Mr. Rosen’s son learn Spanish? since he is moving to the Southwest. . Why does the doctor want to see Mr. Simms? because she needs to change his medicine. . Why will your wife go back to work? She wants money to buy a car, so . Why did Glenn mail his income tax forms early? since he needs his refund. . Why did the Elliotts move to Florida? because they both retired. . Why are they staying home tonight? since they are tired. 57
. Why did Mr. Bowman bake a cake? Mr. Bowman baked a cake since . Why does Mrs. Lake want a new office? Mrs. Lake wants a new office because . Why did your wife visit her mother? so my wife visited her mother. . Why is she asking the time? She is asking the time because . Why will Mr. Burns take the bus? so Mr. Burns will take the bus. . Why can he drive a car? He can drive a car since . Why were the lights off? The lights were off because . Why will they borrow money? ss SSSSSSSS__'€O they can take a vacation. 58
FIRST OR SECOND ACTION . Why did her cat climb the tree? so her cat climbed the tree. . Why are Mr. and Mrs. Duval buying a new house? since their old one is too small. . Why will they have a bowling team? They will have a bowling team because . Why is Ted leaving the Army? He was injured during his basic training, so . Why can’t we find the road to the lake? We can’t find the road to the lake since . Why does Mr. Stanley live in the country? because he likes to ride horses. . Why is Ms. Morse taking bookkeeping? so she is taking bookkeeping. . Why did the police chief retire? The police chief retired because 59
. Why did Mr. Hardy get upset? . Why are they moving to New Hampshire? . Why did she open your mail? . Why did that tree fall? . Why will Mrs. Levy go to the sewing class? . Why is her face red? eTreee—
COMPLEX SENTENCES # BECAUSE, SINCE |5O, IF, BEFORE, OR AFTER.|_ DIRECTIONS: PUT A v NEXT TO EACH GROUP OF COMPLEX SENTENCES. Example: Matthew bought a pool table. He likes to play pool with his friends. Vv The Claytons ate at a Chinese restaurant because they like Chinese food. Their friends like it so they took them. —_____ 1. The Browns bought a sailboat after they retired. They also bought some rods and reels since they enjoy fishing. —____._ 2. Bob went to night school so he could learn bookkeeping. He did well because he studied hard. —____. 3. _My favorite summer dessert is chocolate ice cream. It is cool and refreshing on a hot day. _____ 4._ I will tell you a secret if you promise not to tell. | won't tell Kay since she can’t keep a secret. —___._ 5. Benjamin Franklin was a famous American. He was a printer, writer, statesman, inventor, and many other things. 61
. My sister took a week off from work. She wanted to have a vacation. (because) . The bank made a mistake in my checking account. | went to see the manager. (so) . Laverne has been very busy. She moved into her new house. (since) . Darren was happy. His mother gave him a toy to play with. (after) . We opened a charge account there. We began our Christmas shopping. (before) . Ms. a_i Stavros may leave work early today. She comes in early. (if) _ SSS 62 hg ee—
1. The washing machine is broken. | will have to take the clothes to the laundry. 2. Big cities have many problems. They have a lot of crime, smog, and people. 3. The children were hungry. | made lunch for them. 4. The U.S. wants to have good relations with Mexico. Mexico is its neighbor. 5. Many people went to the beach. They got off work Friday afternoon. 6. | will rent an apartment with you. You pay half the expenses. 63
DIRECTIONS: WRITE THE STORY AGAIN. USE COMPLEX SENTENCES TO MAKE IT MORE INTERESTING. Example: | like the Fourth of hhh the Fourth, of ;July. There is so much fptighccde Libis | “ excitement. - ae * Gy The Fourth of July is a very exciting holiday. Many fun things happen. Friends and relatives like x : to get together. They have a big picnic. te cs There is a lot of food. Everyone brings a different dish. The people eat lunch. They play games and have contests. At night the children and adults are all excited. They get to see the colorful fireworks in the sky.
DIRECTIONS: WRITE ONE COMPLEX SENTENCE ABOUT EACH PICTURE. 65
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Sea: COMPOUND COMPLEX . Mr. Okamoto will sell his taxi because he is retiring. Silver and gold are minerals. . We will enter the boat race if we can. . Are you enjoying the play, or are you bored? . Mrs. Milton and her daughter went shopping for a lawnmower. Mrs. Conway didn’t have any baking soda, so she used baking powder. | can’t afford a new car since | just bought a new house. Mr. Pounds must lose weight before he goes to the doctor. | enjoy snow skiing but not water skiing. . Potatoes and carrots grow underground, but tomatoes and squash grow above ground. Cars, buses, and trucks cause a lot of air pollution, but we can’t live without them. . Abraham Lincoln was President during the Civil War, and he wrote the Emancipation Proclamation to free the slaves. 68
COMPOUND COMPLEX . Mr. Carpenter sent his daughter to camp. She is a Girl Scout. (ns epee ke i rn a re a Nk ea er ne . Karen's long hair was always getting in her way. She got it cut. A eee tal SS SA oS SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSs — — - Mr. McCormick belongs to our church. He is a very religious person. , ee ee . The Stills need a new washing machine. They can’t afford one. ese ee se) Se a A aa a al lh ld cal . $e | need to rent a carpet shampooer. The carpet needs cleaning. a a EE . Do you remember that man’s name? Have you forgotten it? —————————————————————————— eee ————— 69 ifBY
COMPOUND |OR COMPLEX = COMPOUND |OR COMPLEX . Our canoe had a leak . Fishing is a very popular sport . The Galloways have three children . Will we have enough time to change clothes . Thunderstorms can be frightening to children . Mary Shelley wrote the first story about Frankenstein . Most fashion models are very thin
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Means: to say or do something again and again Mean: not regularly Well! Happy Easter, Awk | ~ Mr. Adams! | haven’t ) oH Wow ! ~~ BB THEN seen you WHAT here since APPEV ED? — H i D ; Christmas! OH Wow! Grandpa tells Ginny the same stories over and over. Mr. Adams goes to church off and on. Means: sometime; at some unknown time in the future Jack is a reckless driver. He will have an accident sooner or later. The expectant fathers paced back and forth in the waiting room. 73
FANSWER BOOK The answers for this book begin on the following page. The pages can be re and stapled together before the student begins to work in the workbook. 74
10. LUE 12. Answers to page 2 Answers to page 4 . Cottage cheese, lettuce, and sliced pears make a good salad. | like ice skating but not roller skating. . Do you want ham, cheese, or tuna fish for lunch? . Ms. Stanford will go to Hawaii or California for her vacation. . My husband likes to shop for groceries but not for clothes. . The third and fourth grades will go to the zoo tomorrow. Jessica wants to be an engineer or a lawyer. Turn right at the corner of 16th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. . Most fish swim downstream but not upstream. Mr. and Mrs. Rickey will go to Florida on vacation. Is morning, afternoon, or evening your favorite time of day? We will re-cover the couch but not the chair. Answers to page 3 . in the afternoon 5. peanuts and popcorn . cats but not dogs 6. on the train . Mr. and Mrs. Lin 7. tired but hungry . at the bus stop 8. Christmas or Hanukkah 414-__ 1. Virginia was one of the Thirteen Original Colonies. pee 2. Will you wear your uniform or regular clothes? Aa" __ 3. The longest day of the year is in June. Yea 4. North and South Korea went to war in 1948. Aye 5. We are friends but not neighbors. Answers to page 5 . George felt happy(bui)also tired. . Do you want a sports car(on)a family car? . Rita baked a cake, two pies (ane) some brownies. f Two(6r)more people can sit at this table. . My sister can visit us Saturday(bu})not Friday. . Ms. Winters(ang Mr. Benson went to Las Vegas and Reno. . We can watch the basketball game(r)the movie on television tonight. . Mr. Schultz likes tacos(bui)not chili.
Answers to page 6 Poisonous Plants Many plants, seeds, (end) flowers are poisonous. Some plants in your home (ond) garden are poisonous. Apples are a good example. The seeds of an apple are poisonous(oui)not the apple itself. Peach seeds(ond) apricot seeds are also poisonous. You should not eat wild mushrooms (or) berries. They may be poisonous. Some animals may eat poisonous and)nanpoisonous plants. Certain plants are all right for animals(bu)) not for people. Answers to page 9 Mr. McClellan likes to bake. He likes to bake bread, cakes, 21a _ pies. He doesn’t like to bake cookies _@2/ _ brownies. He likes to surprise his wife 2224 children with a delicious pie _(2/ _ cake. Sometimes Mr. McClellan bakes whole-wheat bread _@Z ___ cornbread RE. not white bread. Mrs. Santini owns a clothing store. She sells dresses, pants, amd many other things. She sells clothes for women eis = not for men. You can buy hats, dresses, sweaters, amd _ night gowns. You may pay with cash, write a check, __@?2/ use a credit card. Mrs. Santini will gift-wrap anything for you ine not deliver it. . They will go to Japan Ot _ Answers to page 8 . Mrs. Frank cooked roast beef, potatoes, 221d green beans. . The Kleins will go to the game Aut: not to the party. . Tom amd Jerry are a cat Amd mouse team in cartoons. . Do you want a camera _O’% __ a toolkit for your birthday? to Africa this summer. . Sally ands Cathy like to swim Lut not dive. . My son doesn’t like peas, carrots, and spinach. . Everyone will go to the party Aut _ not together. . April, June, September, Q21d November have 30 days. . The bus stops at the corner LuL _ not in the middle of the block. Answers to page 10 Here are some examples. Are your answers like these answers? . Many people like peanut butter and fe sandwiches. . Mr. Johns plays tennis but at golf _. , need on “A” or “to az pass this course. . The bus stops at the library but net the tank | . Mrs. Todd, Mrs. Harmon, and _ Tin. fed painted the fence. . Your sister or haath must sign the form. . Did Mr. Sadler buy the brown suit or thidtun aust? . Mrs, Davis studied Spanish but nk Lerman, in college. . We sat on the beach and watched the sea gulls. . The Taylors will go to Florida but bt lr Mame . Mr. Brinson and Z7UA Warntso 7 __ fished for a week. 12. People eat bacon and gg __ for breakfast, lunch, or _linmip _~SQaeReas esaoeaOBOw eesaSeBaewenew BeOSB= eB SOMwBEO SOO ewSe 2 Ow SOBOee OBOBO OSeeBBeee
Answers to page 11 Answers to page 12 Did you use these conjunctions ; Did you use and in your answer? in your answers? aed . 1. New York, Chicago, Bnd Ese: are important American cities. 2. Will you vote for Mr. Smith G2. - - in the next election? 3. My grandmother used to feed the cows Ana.. every morning. Gein de you like gol Lal at; : ? 5. Everyday Billy runs Gnd. at the playground. 6. Mr. Willowby Anad... go bowling on Tuesday nights. Did you use or in your answer? 7. Do you want to read a magazine 07. - - 8. My friend gave me a party Qn. -- for my birthday. 9. | packed my clothes “ut nat 10. Ms. O'Riley likes to play tennis G4. - - 11. Mr. and Mrs. Rogers will ride the train_G~z’- - - to Florida. 12. Sunshine Qa1d.-- make trees Gad. -- grow. Answers to page 14 Answers to page 15 Aw 1. The President went to England, and the Presictent met the Queen. he _& 1. will you wear your new dress, or will you wear your blue pantsuit? 2. Margaret likes basketball, but Margaret doesn’t like football. Ay, __/__ 2. Mr. Chou wrote a long letter to his brother in Miami. 3. Mr. Duchman is a good boss, and Mr—Duehmean is also handsome. Ah _ ZEN My daughter is a good student, and she plans to go to college. 4. Mrs. Swanson bakes at least three pies, or Mrs—Swenser doesn’t bake at all. 5. Canada is our neighbor, and Canada is a beautiful country. 6. Mr. and Mrs. Watts bought land, and ees will build a cabin. 7. The swimmers saw the lifeguard waving, but Pet aoe couldn't hear him. eee AG Mt Thompson likes to sail and to fish. A 5. “Gone With the Wind” is a famous movie, but | have never seen it. 6. | will go to visit my friend, or my friend will meet me at the club. HUE 8. The stop sign fell down, or the-step-sign was knocked down.
Answers to page 16 Answers to page 17 1. My boss bought a new picture for the office, (but)she hasn't hung it on the wall yet. 1, The man wore a grey suit, and A Ta Pyere a red and grey tie. 2. The Simpsons have three dogs, (bui)they don’t have any cats. 2. The train will leave at 6:05, and Lae will arrive in New York at 10:00. 3. Mr. and Mrs. Stevens didn’t go to class, but thug. — studied their lesson. 4. Mr. Swanson will go to Miami, or i will go to New Orleans next week. 3. The Mackenzies have a form,(end)they have seven horses. 4. Do you want the trunk in the basement,(or)do ‘ou want it in the attic? 5. My sister bought a house, Gut)she doesn’t have any furniture. 5. The girl made her bed, and a2hjees hung up her clothes this morning. 6. The clouds will go away, or _thiy will bring rain. 7. The bird took a bath, and then _ it sat on the fence. 6. My husband applied for a job at the bank, (and) applied for a job at the college. 7. Mr. Diego planted the vegetables, (@nd)Mrs. Diego planted the flowers. 8. Can you babysit tonight,(er)do you have other plans? 8. Ms. Watson washed her hair, but 2ht couldn't roll it up. 9. The students saw the film, and thiy talked about it in class. 10. The boy saw the snake, but if) didn’t scream. 9. We will paint the kitchen, (@nd)then we will buy a new kitchen table. 10. The Post is a good newspaper, (or)do you prefer the Star? 11. Will the train stop in Alexandria, (or)will it go to Washington? 11. Elizabeth Taylor visited the college, and _LhL answered questions. 12. Virginia became a state in 1788,(bu) West Virginia didn't become a state until after 12. My watch fell on the sidewalk, but _£€____ didn't break. the Civil War Answers to page 18 Answers to page 19 1. Give me a raise,(or)I will quit! 1. The children played ball outside, G2 _ the adults played cards inside. 2. Mr. and Mrs. Jones will fly to Europe,(bu))they will return by ship. 2. Mrs. Gravely wanted a blue coat, Le she got a red one instead. 3. Our children play at the playground, (bu})they must be home before dark. 4. Ms. Harwood comes from Maine, and) she loves lobster. 5. The Boswell’s dog barks all night, and)i keeps everyone awake. 3. We can cook dinner here, _@2/ __ we can eat at the Pizza Parlor. 4. | wanted to arrive on time, ete | was an hour late. 5. Does your husband mow the lawn, _@2/_ __ does he pay Bobby to do it? 6. Mrs. Mann is allergic to poison ivy,(but)she is not allergic to poison oak. 6. My friend went bike riding, And _| went with him. 7. Would you like iced teafor)do you prefer a beer? 8. Go to the cor, (¢nd) wait for me. 9. Will you come to my house, (or)should | come to your house? 10. The airplane left on time, (but)it didn’t arrive on time. 11. The Whites celebrated their anniversary yesterday,(but)| forgot to buy them a gift. 7. My daughter is a majorette, ana _ my son is on the track team. 8. Mr. White tried to find his car keys, be he couldn't find them. 9. Clean up your room, _G~/ _ don’t go to the basketball game tonight. 10. We saw “Shields and Yarnell” on TV, _@mc@ _ it was a very good show. 11. He is wrong, 7) Oe he won't admit it. 12. Does Jim like to go to the theatre, (or) does he prefer sports? 12. Don’t tell my secret, __Q4/ | won't tell you another one.
Answers to page 20 Answers to page 21 _3 Alaska is the largest state in the United States, ... _7Z__ The first day of spring is in March, ... —Y___ 1. Mr. Matthews took the Boy Scouts fishing, but his own son stayed home. The Petersons SY. drive to California, ... 2. Herb found a dollar on the sidewalk, and Rita learned to use the calculator. _t! _ The police department does —\___ 3. The children will go on a trip today, but their mother will stay at home. a good job, tee _& Would you like to go out tonight, ... —_v 4. The United States has a Congress, and Great Britian has a Parliament. 5. Do you like to visit your mother-in-law, or do you like to grow a mustache? aA large office building has _V___ 6, Africa is a large continent, and it is made up of many different countries. many clerical workers, tee _f Texas is a big and beautiful state, ... oF eal Ms. Stanski found a wallet in the store, ... _5 The Marlowes will look for a new apartment, ... Answers to page 22 Answers to page 23 1. It is spring. The flowers are blooming. (and) 3 the ice was too thin. 2. Mr. Darwin made a bookshelf for his wife. His wife wanted a sewing table. (but) 2. _/ Several people saw the smoke, = f The parade began at noon, 5. ele. or 6. _3 will he pay the bill? 4. Will they have a picnic? Will they go to the amusement park? (or) esp thee iy: the amusmink park? 5. The children will stay with their grandmother for three weeks. My husband and | will mae! Do you want coffee, = ~
Example: 2 ON Answers to page 24 Answers to page 26 We didn’t want to. We had to. MZ didnt want te, do we Aad Le The doctor examined Bullet. He od said our dog needed some medicine. Au doctor _ The dog could have pills. He could have a shot. Yu og. say eee pill, robe tpubd Aarne aw abet. - rh We chose the shot. The vet gave the dog one. Seige oe oy > Sods Chass the shat, and. thi Wet i As We went home. Bullet had to stay at the hospital. Hi Sen ge Bullitt had ly alow at. the Auoapital. | si Foe Bop meme 5 Answers to page 25 1. That painting is very good. You need a little more blue. > Ivey has a lot of work to do. Barbara has more. bot Aaa alot of werk tor do; bub Baska: Lilia) 20 BRL 5. You better stop cheating. | won't play cards with you anymore. Answers to page 27 Did you use and, or, or but in your sentences? 1. a My brother-in-law is an electrician, 2. We often have summer thunderstorms, 3. My cat and dog have flea collars, — — 4. Earthquakes cause a lot of damage, 5. Tomorrow | must pull the weeds from the garden, 6. Ms. Darrow will be a witness at a court trial, 7. January and February are the coldest months of the year, 8. The Averys sold their big house,
Answers to page 28 Answers to page 29 Show your answers to your teacher Here are some examples. Are your answers like these answers? dnd the men baked the cakes. —f4/ ___ do you want to go to jail? Bee the man couldn't find his way home. Pee! Mrs. Farmer didn’t see it. o4/ __will he go fishing? LUE __| don't like prunes. ana __ then they went shopping. Bue the judge wouldn't accept his answer. Se omes me —— eeeme sesw me > Answers to page 30 Answers to page 32 Do your sentences have and, or, or but in them? Show your answers to your teacher. Example: Hu punts wank ther hill ower, ov they
Answers to page 33 __/ 1. March is a windy month __X___ 2. after they were married __X____ 3. because the pond is very deep __V___ 4. we don’t have much time ___ xX 5. since | found a $5.00 bill ae 6. the cat scratched the dog on the nose 10. Answers to page 35 . Paul was late for wor e) he overslept. p | will go with you(if)you want me to. Mrs. Taylor will type that lettercafteDshe eats lunch. His luck has changecsinc®he came to Washington. Your car may not start(if)you forget to turn the lights off. . Our company made a lot of money last year, (so) got a raise. . Ms. Karas missed some of the movieCbecaus® she was late. . Frances and Ken always eat dinnercaftepthey watch the news. . Sharon saved her moneybefor® she took a vacation. A storm is coming, 6o)we cannot go sailing. . Not many people want to live in GreenlandGincéit is so cold. . Mr. Tomlin wanted to drink a cup of coffeebefor® he shaved. Answers to page 34 2" 1. Franz went to visit relatives in Europe. we 2. | had been sick before | was caught in the rain. Afi — 3. Please come by my house if you get a chance. 210 _ 4, Ms. Nunnally received an invitation to the banquet. fie 5. Farmers must rise early since they have so much work to do. 26-_ 6. Will you spend the night in Richmond? 208" __ 7. Sesame Street is a popular children’s TV show. Lids 8. Dinner will be served at 6:30 after the guests arrive. Ae _ 9. Many historical buildings are in good condition. Af 10. The government requires warnings on cigarettes because smoking isn’t good for your health. Answers to page 36 Traveling Across the U.S.A. Traveling around the United States can be fun if you like to travel. You may want to go all the way to Alaska. Alaska is a very wealthy state because it has so much oil. However, you may not want to go that far. You should go to the Rocky Mountains if you are interested in wildlife. Arizona is a good place to visit because the Grand Canyon is there. Plan to spend a lot of time in Texas since that state is so big! Water skiers and sailors will love the Great Lakes. Don't forget about the East and West Coasts if you like pretty beaches.
Answers to page 37 Answers to page 38 4 Venus and Mars are the planets closest to the Earth ... M Rinny is a very beautiful dog ... EEGs Many people like Farrah Fawcett-Mgiors ... _7_ We will get a trophy ... —X____ 1. George Washington had false teeth after your son broke my vase. 2. Mr. Gonzales will talk to the boss if he has to work late again tonight. _2._ | must finish school ... —__X__ 3. The bees were swarming around the picnic because they were afraid of fire. S . 4. My wife helped me prepare my income taxes, so | took her to dinner. ara They will move to Utah ... 5. The Baltimore Orioles did not win the World Series since they did not play a very 4 Di lik | a jeters like watermelon an good game. canteloupe ... _ 72 William Shakespeare was a famous English writer ... _ 3 _ A lot of people like to go shopping in January ... _/O __ Mr. Koslo is president of the Lions Club ... Answers to page 39 Answers to page 40 Show your answers to your teacher . Mr. LeGrand won a model car race 1. Jerry couldn’t run in the race Lica he had a broken leg. 2. Mrs. Gilmore will get a raise 207162 _ she does good work, 2. My nephew must learn better manners 3. Mark will play basketball this year ye his grades improve. 3. Most high school students study U.S. history 4. They will not come to the barbeque Aécadiaty they don’t like to eat meat. . My cat likes to go outside Yi it’s not raining. 6. Nancy must mail the letter befare. the post office closes. 7. Fred drove his car to work _d4& __ he could leave early. ANCL’ 8. Mrs. Jacobs was LoS Sere she got a new job. 9. Margaret won't come to class _4.21CzZ’ _ she has a visitor from out of town. 4. The United States is a great country 5. Mr. Mann will go to the dance with Ms. Cummings 6. Your dog is very lazy 7. Mrs. Schwartz has done a lot of traveling 10. We want to do something special for the children_.24~_we are taking them tothe Puppet Theatre. 8. Our family was arguing about the TV ——<—<— eMB SSeS eee Oee BeeO ewe wee eee on
Answers to page 41 Answers to page 42 Show your answers to your teacher so | will pass the test. _X 1. The electricity was off, so Mr. Martin couldn't watch TV. 2. because the jury found him “not guilty.” V2. Mrs. Steele went to the dentist, and she was there 2 hours. _ __ 3, Some of the people wanted to ski, but the others wanted to sit by the fireplace. since they heard that the plane would be late. Xx 4. Mrs. James took Carl to school after they went to the doctor. 4. because their coats were alike. ve 5. The women sat on chairs, and the men sat on the floor. 5. __X 6. The plane couldn't land because the fog was too thick. so their children could see Santa Claus. x 7. Our football players can win the game if they try. 6. since the chair was broken. VA 8. Will the class meet tonight, or has it been cancelled? 7. x 9. Mr. Barber will stop at the store before he goes home. so the car would be warm. V___ 10. The sun was shining, but it was a very cold day. 8. because we were hungry for fish. Answers to page 43 Answers to page 44 1. The Lions beat the TigersGince>it was a better team. 1. We bought a swimming pool for the children (Go) they can enjoy the hot summer d : 2. The boy left camp early Gecausd) he was homesick. baci 2. Mr. French worked 5 hours overtime this week (o)his family could have a little 3. She doesn’t want to drive downtownGince>the traffic is heavy. extra money. 3. They will have their cat spayed (so) she will not have more kittens. 4. | will help you with your workGince>! am not busy. 4. Phyllis didn’t have enough money for a bookcase, Go)she made one with boards 5. Ms. Hill doesn’t want to learn bookkeeping because) it is so difficult. and bricks. 5. Our apartment doesn’t allow pets, we will have to move. 6. Mr. Lund can’t go to the partyRecaus® he has to work. E :
Answers to page 45 1. The cheap brand of gasoline clogged my carburetor, so | changed brands. 2. We could smell the fresh bread because the wind was blowing toward us. 3. Ms. Corning paid to have the machine fixed since she broke it. 4. The moving company will take good care of your furniture, so don’t worry. 5. You cannot pick up your sewing machine yet because you haven't paid the bill. 6. The train is too slow, so we will take an airplane. 7. We should cook the meat a little bit longer since it is still rare. 8. | have to buy the children some new clothes since school starts next week. 9. Mr. Stanley belongs to a chess club, so he has people to play chess with. = oO . Marty doesn’t want to go to the dance because he doesn’t dance very well. . They didn’t eat in the park since it began to rain at noon. — nN . The dog couldn't jump the fence, so it crawled under the gate. Answers to page 47 . The library didn’t open until 9:00, so we had to wait outside for 10 minutes. . The little boy cried because he was afraid. - We don't go to the movies much since we bought a giant screen color TV. . Belinda’s car had a dent, so she took it to have it fixed. . The union leader will talk to management since we did not get our pay increase. . The shelf in the kitchen needs to be replaced, so | will need to buy a piece of wood. . The soldiers went on leave because the sergeant dismissed them. . In January we went to Vermont since it is so beautiful there in the wintertime. . The mountain climber climbed all day, so he was very tired that night. . The police detective arrested the wrong person because he did not gather enough information about the crime. Answers to page 46 . We were tired of waiting, so we went to the play without them. . | will be home tonight so you can come to visit me. . Ted wants a new blow dryer for his birthday because his old one broke last week. . Mr. Matthews took a long vacation because he did not have a vacation last year. . The children did not have to go to school today since it snowed four inches last night. . The Stallone sisters returned to New York so they could visit their family and friends. . Brenda has a good idea because it will save our club some money. . My mother is babysitting so my husband and | can celebrate our anniversary. . Mr. Bradford didn’t write me a letter since he didn't know my address. . We put the birds in the bathroom so we could clean out their cage. . Smoke alarms are important because they warn people of fires. . The baby hasn't cried since | fed her. Answers to page 48 . It was a beautiful day so we had the party outside. 0 ETL ee . The Kinneys are moving next week besaUse they will need our help. eee 3. It was their silver wedding anniversary, so we gave them a silver gravy boat. Ao . 212 _ 4, Colorado is a beautiful state singe we plan to go there on vacation. hes 414-5. We were hot and perspiring sg we played tennis. Ao : 210-_ 6. It was the 4th of July bekguse Mr. Bright bought some fireworks. . Allan wants to buy his wife some flowers since he wants to make her happy. . The store was giving free tickets to the circus so we went shopping there. Anew ELL ALAR . She was late to work 3g she had to change a tire on her car. . Most people like to sleep on Saturday because they don’t have to go to work.
. Mark knows all about taxes , 2< Answers to page 49 ANCL . Mr. and Mrs. Chiang gave us two puppies LEC2iiae they had too many. . My sister and her husband will go to a party tonight __<& _! will babysit for them. . Our church is planning a garage sale__20~ ___ we can earn money for a school. ARYL . The United States is a democracy LLLLLAL we have a “government by the people.” ANY . | like to go to the Astor Restaurant LLQIiLaz it has good food. . Mrs. Clay will not have lunch today _.2&~ ___ she can lose some weight. ALMNCL . Ms. Gladstone wants to sit down BEL OMaL her legs hurt. . They plan to work hard Saturday morning __20~ __ they can bow Saturday afternoon. . Eat your vegetables _20~ __ you will grow up to be strong and healthy. MNCL . | don’t like to argue ALLCALLAL it is a waste of time. . Mr. Taub has been feeling better _2é72C£’ he had his surgery. MNCL is . We decided to stay home Lica Liat the streets were slippery. Answers to page 51 Did you use so in your answers? . We do not have any milk _, 24° . The Howes left us their house key » 20” . The post office is on strike , 20. . It will be a cold winter , dd. - - . We bought a used car , 20’ .. . Our son had a fever 26” , . The vaccum cleaner is broken __20” 7 4. . Mr. Lincoln cannot come to the meeting Answers to page 50 Show your answers to your teacher . | will not have to water the garden . Don’t wash the dishes . Please come to my house . The children want to have a picnic . Thanksgiving is a nice time of the year . The Governor visted the college . Leon has a good job Answers to page 52 . Ms. Parker is on a diet since she is overweight. Aaa saortrurtight, ao Ny. burkve ty ory a Aub. | took my umbrella because it was raining. We went to New Orleans since my father-in-law was ill. Ni htams Or Mr. Blankman wore his brown suit since his blue suit was dirty. we es browre ght |
Answers to page 53 Answers to page 54 Did you use because in your answers? 1. Why do you want a salad for lunch? | want a salad for lunch ALCELLAL.- . 1. My sister loves horseback riding, so she bought a horse. Astathachs beding 2. Why will Mr. Sturgis work late tonight? 2. Mr. Roberts is a business expert, so the university asked him to give a lecture. Mr Sturgis will work late tonight beca Lak. - - Heiss hess’ deessesttad 2 LMpend . 3. Why can’t Aunt Ruth come to visit us? 3. The ice was thin, so Mr. Barker couldn't ice skate. Dw tarkws tautdnt ice skate Lecauw the 0 4. The tailor needed more room, so he moved to a new shop. ha tain moved Le a mew rhe Aecnuia) Lee LUNA IAS ANB LbOT. Aunt Ruth can’t come to visit us LLM. _- 4. Why did the Clarks go camping? The Clarks went camping LLM... 5. Why are her parents moving to Arizona? Her parents are moving to Arizona LLG Answers to page 55 Answers to page 56 Did you use since in your answers? Show your answers to your teacher 1. Why did Mrs. Phillips fire Martha? Mrs. Phillips fired Martha czirg 1. Why did you give the dog a bath? so | gave him a bath. 2. Why are you buying a tuxedo? lam buying a tuxedo 2emce). 2. Why did the man yell? so the man yelled. 3. Why can your son skip the second grade? 3. Why will Mrs. Jetson go fishing? My son can skip the second grade 2imice so Mrs. Jetson will go fishing. 4. Why is the teacher borrowing a dime? 4. Why is the roof leaking? Shesroot isilecking =2cetc fe se so the teacher is borrowing a dime. 5. Why did you call the police? 5. Why are you moving the furniture around? so | called the police. 1am moving the furniture around .2ericg.
Answers to page 57 Show your answers to your teacher Answers to page 59 Show your answers to your teacher Answers to page 61 1. The Browns bought a sailboat after they retired. They also bought some rods and reels since they enjoy fishing. 2. Bob went to night school so he could learn bookkeeping. He did well because he studied hard 3. My favorite summer dessert is chocolate ice cream. It is cool and refreshing on a hot day. 4. | will tell you a secret if you promise not to tell. | won't tell Kay since she can't keep a secret 5. Benjamin Franklin was a famous American. He was a printer, writer, statesman, inventor, and many other things Answers to page 58 Show your answers to your teacher Answers to page 60 Show your answers to your teacher Answers to page 62 . My sister took a week off from work. She wanted to have a vacation. (because) . Darren was happy. His mother gave him a toy to play with. (after) . We opened a charge account there. We began our Christmas shopping. (before) Ye cpimid to Changes Ait bunl Cherw defor wes . Ms. Stavros may leave work early today. She comes in early. (if)
Answers to page 63 Answers to page 64 The Fourth of July is a very exciting holiday. Many 1, The washing machine is broken. | will have to fun things happen. take the clothes to the laundry. Friends and relatives like to get together. They have Leget togtlhte as they a big picnic. Addie aihag patitalie There is a lot of food. Ahurtlarde bat Gf faa Everyone brings a different AeLiehabe cig, = dish. 2. Big cities have many problems. They have a lot of crime, smog, and people. sepa Aecaindhy) The people eat lunch. They play games and have contests. At night the children and adults are all excited. They get to see the colorful fireworks in the sky. Answers to page 65 Answers to page 66 Here are some examples. Do your answers look like these? Show your answers to your teacher Example: Yptsahotding the [hg je bud. lilt bik. the baht mtr the
Answers to page 68 Answers to page 69 1. Mr. Carpenter sent his daughter to camp. She is a Girl Scout. 1. Mr. Okamoto will sell his taxi because he is retiring. ; , 2. Silver and gold are minerals. 3. We will enter the boat race if we can. 2. Karen's long hair was always getting in her way. She got it cut. D i cic ‘ iY 4. Are you enjoying the play, or are you bored? 5. Mrs. Milton and her daughter went shopping for a lawnmower. 6. Mrs. Conway didn't have any baking soda, so she used baking powder. 8. Mr. Pounds must lose weight before he goes to the doctor. 9. | enjoy snow skiing but not water skiing. aves pane ae / eas cee A 7. | can’t afford a new car since | just bought a new house. [25 = et hc 2 10. Potatoes and carrots grow underground, but tomatoes and squash grow above ground. —/ 11. Cars, buses, and trucks cause a lot of air pollution, but we can’t live without them. _/ 12. Abraham Lincoln was President during the Civil War, and he wrote the Emancipation Proclamation to free the slaves. Answers to page 70 Show your answers to your teacher Answers to page 71 Show your answers to your teacher 1. Our canoe had a leak 2. Fishing is a very popular sport 3. The Galloways have three children 4. Will we have enough time to change clothes Answers to page 72 5. Thunderstorms can be frightening to children 6. Mary Shelley wrote the first story about Frankenstein Show your answers to your teacher 7. Most fashion models are very thin