Final Answer:
1. They made plans to go, although they ended up not being able to make it.
2. Some say that dogs are friendlier than cats, although cats can also be extremely loving.
3. I can’t rest, because I need to finish my time machine.
4. Dr. Johnson ate a big meal, so he went to work afterward.
5. I refused to talk about it, since I was put in jail.
6. Don’t give me a hard time; I’ve been close friends for so long.
7. We don’t believe the way you do, because our culture is very different from yours.
8. Hannah is attending Brown University, since it was her first choice.
9. The two brothers weren’t always this close, but when their mother died, they became closer.
10. I simply cannot get out of bed, because I am too tired.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of combining simple sentences.