Complex Sentences/ Subordinating Conjunctions

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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

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Give three examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include: although, because, and while.

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What is the function of a dependent clause in a sentence?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and provides additional information to the independent clause.

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

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The independent clause is 'we went for a walk.'

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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What punctuation is typically used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?

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A comma is typically used before a coordinating conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') to separate independent clauses.

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What is an example of a dependent clause?

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An example of a dependent clause is 'when the sun sets'.

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How can you identify a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence can be identified by the presence of a subordinating conjunction and at least one dependent clause.

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What role does a subordinating conjunction play in a complex sentence?

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It introduces the dependent clause and shows the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.