Subordinating Conjunctions

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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 an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples include: although, because, since, unless, while.

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What is an independent clause?

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

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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When should you use a comma with a subordinating conjunction?

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Use a comma when the subordinating conjunction is at the beginning of a sentence.

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What happens if a subordinating conjunction is in the middle of a sentence?

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No comma is needed if the subordinating conjunction is in the middle of the sentence.

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

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The subordinating conjunction is 'Although'.

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What is the effect of using a subordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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It creates a complex sentence by linking an independent clause with a dependent clause.

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Can a sentence have more than one subordinating conjunction?

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Yes, a sentence can have multiple subordinating conjunctions.

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What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words or groups of words of equal importance, while subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.