Question

Read the passage.

Answer 1

Answer:    The Philadelphia Gazette was a newspaper, and Poor Richard’s was an almanac.

Explanation:  The most effective way to combine sentences 4 and 5 is the second option offered. This is an example of forming a complex sentence of two or more simple sentences.  When forming complex sentences, it should be ensured that the joining of items from simple sentences has a logical connection, to be clearly written and understandable to the reader, and not to be overwhelmed.

Answer 2

The 2nd answer choice is the right one.