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 (subordinate) clause.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects an independent clause with a dependent clause, indicating a relationship between them.

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List three examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include: although, because, and unless.

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Which word is not a subordinating conjunction: If, When, While, Summer?

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Summer is not a subordinating conjunction.

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True or False: A comma is required when a subordinating conjunction is in the middle of a sentence.

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False.

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Fill in the blank: They couldn't make a cake ________ they did not have any milk.

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because.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: If you need more time, I can give you more time.

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If.

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Where does the comma belong in this sentence: Unless you are going to graduate you will not need to apply for your diploma?

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Between graduate and you.

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What is the purpose 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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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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