Subordinating Conjunctions

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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 a relationship between them.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples include: if, because, although, since, unless.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'if' indicate?

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'If' introduces a condition that must be met for the main clause to be true.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'since' indicate?

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'Since' can indicate a reason or a time relationship.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'unless' mean?

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'Unless' means 'except if' and introduces a condition that negates the main clause.

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What is the purpose of using subordinating conjunctions in sentences?

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They help to create complex sentences by linking ideas and showing relationships between them.

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Complete the sentence: 'You can go outside ___ it stops raining.'

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Answer: 'if'.

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Complete the sentence: 'I will help you ___ you ask nicely.'

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Answer: 'if'.

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Complete the sentence: '___ you finish your homework, you can play.'

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Answer: 'Once'.

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Complete the sentence: 'I will stay home ___ I am sick.'

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Answer: 'if'.