SWABIs

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What does SWABI stand for?

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SWABI stands for 'Subordinating Conjunctions' which are used to connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Give an example of a SWABI.

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Examples of SWABIs include: 'because', 'although', 'since', 'when', 'while'.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two.

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

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The SWABI is 'Although'.

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What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance (e.g., 'and', 'but'). Subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Identify the SWABI in the sentence: 'When the sun sets, the sky turns orange.'

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The SWABI is 'When'.

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What type of conjunction is 'Since' in the sentence: 'Since it was late, we decided to leave.'?

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'Since' is a subordinating conjunction (SWABI).

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Provide a sentence using 'While' as a SWABI.

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While I was studying, my brother was playing video games.

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What is a dependent clause?

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

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Identify the SWABI in the sentence: 'Because she studied hard, she passed the test.'

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The SWABI is 'Because'.