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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two.

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List three examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include: because, although, and since.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Although.

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How do subordinating conjunctions affect sentence structure?

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They create complex sentences by linking dependent clauses to independent clauses.

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What punctuation is typically used when a dependent clause precedes an independent clause?

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A comma is used to separate the dependent clause from the independent clause.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a subordinating conjunction at the beginning.

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Because it was late, we decided to go home.

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What is the function of the subordinating conjunction 'if'?

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'If' introduces a conditional clause, indicating a condition that must be met.

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Explain the difference between 'while' and 'if' as subordinating conjunctions.

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'While' indicates simultaneous actions, whereas 'if' indicates a condition.