Combine the two sentences with a connector to indicate additional information or contrast. Check your punctuation carefully.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to combine two sentences using appropriate connectors to indicate additional information or contrast. The goal is to practice sentence structure and proper punctuation.
Answer
1. Use 'however' to show contrast. 2. Use 'therefore' to add information. 3. Use 'however' to show contrast. 4. Use 'as a result' to show consequence.
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Patents are important because they protect the inventions of individuals; however, they are generally good for only 20 years.
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Once an invention is patented, only the owner can make, sell, or distribute the product; therefore, anyone else who wants to profit from this item must get permission from the owner.
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Novels, plays, newspapers, and other original printed materials are protected by copyright law; however, visual images such as drawings, photographs, and cartoons are still illegally copied off the Internet.
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There continues to be illegal videotaping of movies in public movie theaters; as a result, the U.S. Congress found it necessary to pass the Family Copyright Act of 2005.
Answer for screen readers
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Patents are important because they protect the inventions of individuals; however, they are generally good for only 20 years.
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Once an invention is patented, only the owner can make, sell, or distribute the product; therefore, anyone else who wants to profit from this item must get permission from the owner.
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Novels, plays, newspapers, and other original printed materials are protected by copyright law; however, visual images such as drawings, photographs, and cartoons are still illegally copied off the Internet.
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There continues to be illegal videotaping of movies in public movie theaters; as a result, the U.S. Congress found it necessary to pass the Family Copyright Act of 2005.
More Information
Using connectors improves sentence flow and clarity by clearly showing relationships between ideas.
Tips
Avoid using incorrect punctuation like placing commas before 'because.'
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