Rewrite the sentences according to the instructions given in brackets.

(1) The weather is not that bad, but she dresses like it is freezing outside. (Join the sentences, using 'as if/ as though'.)

The sentences can be rewritten as: 'She dresses as if it is freezing outside, even though the weather is not that bad.' This maintains the contrast between her clothing choices and the actual weather. Using 'as if' helps to convey a sense of misunderstanding about the temperature.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-04

To join the sentences using 'as if' or 'as though,' we need to understand the original meaning of the sentences. The original sentences are: 'The weather is not that bad, but she dresses like it is freezing outside.'
When using 'as if' or 'as though,' both are interchangeable in this context. They are used to compare a situation with something that is hypothetical or not true. Here, the sentence can be combined as follows:
'She dresses as if it is freezing outside, even though the weather is not that bad.'
This sentence reflects that she is dressing in a way that suggests it is very cold, but in reality, the weather is not as bad. The phrase 'as if' or 'as though' helps to illustrate the contrast between how she dresses and the actual weather conditions.
In summary, both 'as if' and 'as though' are conjunctive expressions that help join two independent ideas while showing a discrepancy between them.

Answered by MasonWilliamTurner | 2025-07-06