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It can also make your writing clearer and more interesting! Rewrite the sentence in the center circle below in the different ways suggested.  \nBegin with a verb ending in-ing:  \nThe man sneezed.  \nBegin with an adjective:  \nBegin with an adverb:  \nBegin with a description of“where”:  \nBegin with a sound:  \nAnswers  \nAnswers will vary.  \n1. Begin with a verb ending in-ing:  \nLooking for a tissue, the man sneezed.  \n2. Begin with an adjective:  \nAnxious about bothering those around him, the man sneezed.  \n3. Begin with an adverb:  \nUnexpectedly, the man sneezed loudly.  \n4. Begin with a description of “where”:  \nIn the restaurant, the man sneezed.  \n5. Begin with a sound:  \n“Achoo!” The man’s sneeze could be heard everywhere.","cbCaio3LYZUef6gF","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaio3LYZUef6gF","pdf",65516,"English","# Different ways to start sentences\n## Writing Exercises\n## Answer Key","[{\"question\":\"What is the goal of starting sentences in different ways?\",\"answer\":\"Starting sentences in different ways helps your writing flow better, making it clearer and more interesting for the reader.\"},{\"question\":\"How can you start a sentence with a verb ending in -ing?\",\"answer\":\"You can begin by describing an action or state, such as 'Looking for a tissue, the man sneezed.'\"},{\"question\":\"What are some ways to add variety to the sentence 'The man sneezed'?\",\"answer\":\"You can vary the sentence by starting with an adjective, an adverb, a description of where the action takes place, or a sound effect.\"}]","Grade 4 Writing - Different ways to start sentences | PDF",1791790968]