Sentence Practice 1

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9. Main clauses connected with conjunctive adverbs and transitional phrases

Sentence Practice 1

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Robert E. Lee had such high ethical standards that both Southerners and Northerners respected him _____ he didn't fight for personal fame or glory.

; moreover,, moreover,

Lee followed a strict moral code _____ he never smoked, drank, or swore.

, for example,; for example,

He said that slavery was cruel to slaves _____ he believed it also made cruel people out of their masters.

; in addition,, in addition,

Lee didn't agree that the South should secede from the Union _____ he supported the decision out of loyalty to his home state and family.

; nevertheless,, nevertheless,

Lee served his country in many ways _____ he was the superintendent of West Point Military Academy.

, for example,; for example,

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