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 a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb and can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are words that connect an independent clause with a dependent clause, such as because, although, and since.

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When is a comma required in a complex sentence?

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A comma is required when a subordinating conjunction starts the sentence.

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.

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

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It introduces the dependent clause and shows the relationship between the dependent and independent clauses.

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Identify the dependent clause in this sentence: 'If it snows tomorrow, we will stay home.'

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If it snows tomorrow.

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Identify the independent clause in this sentence: 'When I finish my homework, I will watch TV.'

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I will watch TV.

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

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.