AAAWWUBBIS

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What does AAAWWUBBIS stand for?

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AAAWWUBBIS is an acronym for subordinating conjunctions: Although, After, As, When, While, Until, Because, Before, If, Since.

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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 an example of a sentence using 'Although'.

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Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

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What is the purpose of using 'After' in a sentence?

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'After' is used to indicate that one event happens following another event.

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Provide a sentence using 'Before'.

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Before you leave, make sure to turn off the lights.

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What does 'While' indicate in a sentence?

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'While' indicates that two actions are happening at the same time.

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Create a sentence using 'If'.

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If it snows tomorrow, we will build a snowman.

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What is the function of 'Because' in a sentence?

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'Because' is used to introduce a reason or explanation.

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How do you punctuate a sentence that starts with a subordinating conjunction?

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When a sentence starts with a subordinating conjunction, a comma is usually placed after the dependent clause.

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What is the correct punctuation for: 'While my mom was out of town I went to my grandmas.'?

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The correct punctuation is: 'While my mom was out of town, I went to my grandmas.'