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 the relationship between them.

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List some common subordinating conjunctions.

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

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will go to the park if it doesn't rain.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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It introduces a dependent clause and indicates the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Although she was tired, she finished her homework.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'Although'.

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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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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Since it was raining, we stayed indoors.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'Since'.

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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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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will call you when I arrive.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'when'.

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What is the difference between a subordinating conjunction and a coordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, while a coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance.