Review: 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. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'when', and 'if'.

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Give an example of a sentence using a subordinating conjunction.

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"Although it was raining, we went for a walk."

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence. It contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence. It contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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When do you need a comma with a subordinating conjunction?

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A comma is needed when the dependent clause comes before the independent clause in a sentence.

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When do you NOT need a comma with a subordinating conjunction?

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A comma is not needed when the independent clause comes before the dependent clause in a sentence.

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Identify the independent clause in this sentence: 'After the movie was over, we went to Taco Bell.'

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The independent clause is 'we went to Taco Bell.'

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Identify the dependent clause in this sentence: 'When Sarah blew out her candles, she made a wish.'

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The dependent clause is 'When Sarah blew out her candles.'

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

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The purpose of a subordinating conjunction is to connect a dependent clause to an independent clause, showing the relationship between the two.

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List three common subordinating conjunctions.

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Three common subordinating conjunctions are 'because', 'although', and 'since'.