Combine each pair of sentences by subordinating minor ideas or by coordinating ideas of equal importance. You must decide which ideas are minor because the sentences are given out of context.
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The aides help the students with reading and math. These are the children’s weakest subjects.
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Thurmont means “gateway to the mountains.” It is minutes from the Blue Ridge Mountains and the historic town of Catoctin.
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The ivory-billed woodpecker was once thought to be extinct. Some scientists are trying to prove that it still exists.
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The losing team was made up of superstars. These superstars acted as isolated individuals on the court.
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The rooms in the new high-rise are spacious and clean. They also have spectacular views.
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The cream pie was launched from the front row. It flew toward the senator’s face.
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The Hawaiian shirt was once seen as loud, garish vacation wear. It has become a trendy fashion item.
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The little stores on Main Street began to go out of business. Everyone had started shopping at the mall on the edge of town.
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Maureen Tucker was one of the first female drummers in a major rock band. She played in an influential 1960s group called the Velvet Underground.
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Richard bought a hybrid car. It could travel more than fifty miles on a gallon of gas.
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