(1) One day, Sam and his dog Max went to the park to play. (2) They were excited because it was a sunny day. (3) Sam brought his favorite ball, but he forgot to bring water. (4) Max ran around chasing butterflies and Sam threw the ball as far as he could. (5) Sam and Max were at the park playing and having fun. (6) They both had so much fun they didn't realize how hot it was getting.

(7) After a while, Sam started to feel thirsty and noticed that Max was panting heavily. (8) Suddenly, he decided it was time to go home. (9) On the way back, they stopped by a nearby store to buy some water. (10) However, Sam didn't have any money with him, so he had to ask the cashier if he could pay later. (11) The cashier agreed. (12) Sam promised to return soon.

(13) When Sam and Max finally got home, they were both very tired. (14) Sam gave Max a big bowl of water and drank some himself. (15) Then they both took a nap on the couch. (16) Sam worried about how he would need to plan better next time, so he wouldn’t forget next time.

Sam wants to combine the ideas in sentences 11 and 12. In the space provided, write a complete sentence that combines these ideas in a clear and effective way.

1 answer

The cashier agreed to let Sam pay later, and Sam promised to return soon.