Complex Sentences & Subordinating Conjunctions

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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 is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples of subordinating conjunctions include: because, although, since, unless, while.

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True or False: A dependent clause can stand alone.

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False.

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

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Because.

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Fill in the blank: I will go to the park ______ it stops raining.

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if.

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Fill in the blank: ______ you finish your homework, you can play outside.

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After.

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What is the dependent clause in this sentence: 'Although I was tired, I finished my homework.'

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Although I was tired.