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 because it 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 cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.

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What is the purpose of a subordinating conjunction in a complex sentence?

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

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Give an example of a complex sentence using 'because'.

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I stayed home because it was raining.

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What is the difference between a complex sentence and a compound sentence?

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A complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.

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Identify the independent clause in the sentence: 'Although it was late, I decided to go for a walk.'

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I decided to go for a walk.

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

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When the sun sets.

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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, such as 'although', 'because', 'since', or 'when'.

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Create a complex sentence using 'if'.

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If I finish my homework, I can watch TV.