Directions:
Carefully read the paragraph below. This paragraph consists of simple sentences. Using your
understanding of clauses and phrases, rewrite the passage using various types of clauses and
phrases to show your understanding.
Arizona is a very particular state. Arizona has a large desert area. Arizona
has many mountain ranges. Southern Arizona has arid temperatures.
Northern Arizona has a cooler climate. The wildlife in Arizona varies
greatly. There is a large population of reptiles. There is a large
population of wild game. There are many different hunt lotteries that
take place every year. Some hunt wild pig. Some hunt deer. Some hunt
elk. Some hunt turkey. There is a lot to do in Arizona. Many people think
Arizona is just a huge desert. Many people come to Arizona for vacation.
They are surprised at what they find.