Students were asked to write a list of everything they have ever thrown in the trash. From that list, they chose an item to use in a complex sentence. Here are some of my favorite sentences that were submitted:
“I was sad as I threw away the Skittle that had fallen on the floor.” #fivesecondrule
“After I found out my sister made the frosting, I threw it away.” #siblingrivalry
“If I break a game, it becomes a broken game.” #statingtheobvious
“As I was throwing away wrapping paper, my brother tackled me.” #siblingrivalry
“Until the meat got bad, it was steak.” #steakisgood
“I know I have too many socks, but until you rub my feet I won’t give you any.” #toughlove
“I threw away my plants until they were dead.” #notwateringworkstoo
“Since you threw away your report card, you shall be grounded.” #dramaticdiscipline
“If bowls and spoons didn’t exist, we would have to eat soup on a plate and eat it with a fork.” #themotherofinvention