Subordinate Conjunctions

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What is a subordinate conjunction?

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

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List five examples of subordinate conjunctions.

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1. although 2. because 3. since 4. while 5. until

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What is the function of a subordinate conjunction in a sentence?

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The function of a subordinate conjunction is to introduce a dependent clause and show the relationship between that clause and the main clause.

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Identify the subordinate conjunction in the following sentence: 'I will go to the park if it stops raining.'

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if

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How does a subordinate conjunction differ from a coordinating conjunction?

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A subordinate conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, while a coordinating conjunction connects two independent clauses.

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What is the role of the word 'after' in the sentence: 'After the rain stopped, we went outside.'?

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'After' is a subordinate conjunction that introduces the dependent clause 'After the rain stopped'.

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Identify the subordinate conjunction in the sentence: 'Although it was late, we decided to continue our game.'

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Although

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What is the effect of using subordinate conjunctions in writing?

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Subordinate conjunctions add complexity to sentences by allowing the writer to express relationships between ideas, such as cause and effect, time, and contrast.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'whenever' as a subordinate conjunction.

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Whenever I see my grandmother, she tells me stories from her childhood.

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What is the difference between a dependent clause and an independent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and relies on an independent clause, which can stand alone.