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, showing the relationship between them.

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Give three examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include: although, because, since.

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

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The dependent clause is 'Although it was raining.'

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What punctuation is used before a dependent clause when it starts a sentence?

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A comma is used before the independent clause when a dependent clause starts a sentence.

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What is the purpose of using subordinating conjunctions in sentences?

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Subordinating conjunctions are used to show the relationship between ideas, indicating time, cause, condition, or contrast.

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Rewrite the sentence correctly: 'Although we have two campuses Bayside Middle School is considered one school.'

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'Although we have two campuses, Bayside Middle School is considered one school.'

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What is the role of a dependent clause in a complex sentence?

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

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Choose the correct subordinating conjunction: 'Rick hasn't visited his aunt in years ___________ he moved to Florida five years ago.'

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The correct answer is 'since.'