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Loose and Periodic Sentences
Meredith Heika and Abby Garner
Loose Sentences
Main Clause always comes first.
Phrases and clauses follow this main clause.
Loose sentences are used to get to the point faster.
What are loose sentences used for?
Some examples are…
I found a large hall, obviously a former garage, dimly lit, and packed with cots.
Florida is a great vacation spot for families, with Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World.
I went shopping yesterday, went to the movies, and ate candy.
Sources
About.com- Richard Nordquist (Phd English)
Texas Write Source Skills Book