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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Give examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include: although, because, since, unless, while, if, when.

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

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'If' introduces a conditional clause, indicating that one event depends on another.

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

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'Unless' introduces a clause that indicates a condition that must be met for the main clause to be true.

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What is the difference between 'before' and 'after' as subordinating conjunctions?

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'Before' indicates that one action occurs prior to another, while 'after' indicates that one action occurs following another.

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How does 'while' function as a subordinating conjunction?

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'While' indicates that two actions are happening simultaneously.

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What is a dependent clause?

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

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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Create a sentence using 'because' as a subordinating conjunction.

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I stayed home because it was raining.

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Create a sentence using 'when' as a subordinating conjunction.

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Call me when you arrive.