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, indicating a relationship between the two.

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List some common subordinating conjunctions.

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Common subordinating conjunctions include: although, because, since, while, whereas, if, and unless.

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What is the function of the subordinating conjunction 'although'?

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'Although' introduces a contrast between two ideas, indicating that one idea is true despite the other.

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How does 'because' function in a sentence?

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'Because' introduces a reason or explanation for the action in the independent clause.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'since' imply?

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'Since' can imply time or cause, indicating that one event follows another or that one event is the reason for another.

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What is the difference between 'while' and 'whereas'?

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'While' indicates simultaneous actions or conditions, whereas 'whereas' highlights a contrast between two statements.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'even though'.

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Even though it was raining, we decided to go for a hike.

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What is the role of 'if' in conditional sentences?

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

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How can 'unless' change the meaning of a sentence?

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'Unless' introduces a condition that negates the main clause, meaning the main clause will not happen if the condition is met.

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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 cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.