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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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence. It has a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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

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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. Examples include 'because', 'since', 'while', and 'although'.

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

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The subordinating conjunction is 'Although'.

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Is 'We ate ice cream.' a complex sentence?

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No, 'We ate ice cream.' is an independent clause.

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Is 'Since the birds were chirping.' a complex sentence?

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No, 'Since the birds were chirping.' is a dependent clause.

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What is the purpose of a complex sentence?

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The purpose of a complex sentence is to show the relationship between ideas, often indicating cause, time, or condition.

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Can a complex sentence have more than one dependent clause?

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Yes, a complex sentence can have multiple dependent clauses.

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Provide an example of a complex sentence.

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'I will go to the park if it stops raining.'