Subordinating Conjunctions Practice - Oct 19

Front

An independent clause:

Back

has a subject and a verb and a complete thought

Front

"She studied diligently"

Back

This is an independent clause.

Front

A dependent clause:

Back

has a subject and a verb but no complete thought

Front

while the band was playing

Back

This is a dependent clause.

Front

When a sentence _______________________ with a subordinating conjunction, a comma is needed after the clause.

Back

starts

Front

A comma is used when the subordinating conjunction is at the _____________ of sentence.

Back

beginning

Front

Use a comma if the subordinating conjunction is in the middle of sentence.

Back

false

Front

Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
1. When I go to the dentist I like getting a free toothbrush.
2. When I go to the dentist, I like getting a free toothbrush.
3. When, I go to the dentist I like getting a free toothbrush.
4. When I go to the dentist I like getting, a free toothbrush.

Back

When I go to the dentist, I like getting a free toothbrush.

Front

(Since, After) Abby's brother is away at college, her house is very quiet.

Back

Since

Front

Fill in the blank: (Unless, Although) my cats are lazy, they are affectionate.

Back

Although