Review of subordinating conjunctions & complex sentences

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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. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'if', and 'when'.

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Identify the role of subordinating conjunctions in complex sentences.

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Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses, which cannot stand alone as sentences, and link them to independent clauses, creating complex sentences.

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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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Provide an example of a complex sentence using a subordinating conjunction.

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Example: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.'

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

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'Because' introduces a reason or cause for the action in the independent clause.

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How does the subordinating conjunction 'although' affect the meaning of a sentence?

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'Although' introduces a contrast or exception, indicating that the information in the dependent clause is unexpected in relation to the independent clause.

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When should a comma be used in a complex sentence?

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A comma is used before the subordinating conjunction if the dependent clause comes first. If the independent clause comes first, no comma is needed.

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

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

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'If it snows, school will be canceled.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'If'.

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Choose the correct subordinating conjunction: 'I will go to the party _______ I finish my homework.'

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The correct subordinating conjunction is 'after'.