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.

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List three examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include: although, because, since.

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What is the function of the subordinating conjunction 'although'?

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'Although' introduces a contrast between two ideas, indicating that one idea does not negate the other.

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What is the function of the subordinating conjunction 'since'?

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'Since' indicates a reason or cause for something, often used to show a time relationship.

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What is the function of the subordinating conjunction 'before'?

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'Before' indicates that one action occurs prior to another action.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a subordinating conjunction at the beginning?

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If a subordinating conjunction starts a sentence, a comma is placed after the dependent clause.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a subordinating conjunction in the middle?

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If a subordinating conjunction is in the middle of a sentence, no comma is needed before the dependent clause.

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What is the difference between a dependent clause and an independent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence, while an independent clause can.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'if' as a subordinating conjunction.

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If it rains, we will stay indoors.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'because' as a subordinating conjunction.

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She was late because she missed the bus.