Question

Read this sentence from a reflective essay and think about why the writer used a coordinating conjunction:

I was learning Spanish at the time, and I figured it would be a great way to improve my academic skills while also helping my community.
Why does the writer combine two sentences using the coordinating conjunction and?

The conjunction makes a strong connection between the ideas.
The conjunction adds interest and variety to the sentences.
The conjunction links a short sentence to a longer sentence.
The conjunction shows the time relationship between the ideas.

Answer 1

The conjunction links a short sentence to a longer sentence.

Step-by-step explanation:

i took the quiz!

Answer 2

its the third answer