Subordinating Conjunctions

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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 the two. Examples include 'although', 'because', 'since', and 'while'.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. It can stand alone as a sentence.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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When should you use a comma with a subordinating conjunction?

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You should use a comma when the dependent clause precedes the independent clause. No comma is needed if the independent clause comes first.

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Example of a sentence with a subordinating conjunction at the beginning.

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

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Example of a sentence with a subordinating conjunction in the middle.

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'We went for a walk although it was raining.'

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What is the purpose of a subordinating conjunction?

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The purpose of a subordinating conjunction is to show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause, indicating time, cause, condition, or contrast.

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List three common subordinating conjunctions.

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1. Because 2. Although 3. Since

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What is the rule for punctuating sentences with subordinating conjunctions?

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If the dependent clause comes first, use a comma before the independent clause. If the independent clause comes first, do not use a comma.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'She stayed home because she was sick.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'because'.