complex sentences

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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 an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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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 and depends on an independent clause to provide meaning.

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What is the purpose of subordinating conjunctions in complex sentences?

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Subordinating conjunctions connect dependent clauses to independent clauses, indicating the relationship between the two.

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Give examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include: although, because, since, unless, and while.

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'I will go to the park if it stops raining.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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What is a relative clause?

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A relative clause is a type of dependent clause that modifies a noun and usually begins with a relative pronoun like who, which, or that.

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How can you combine two clauses into a complex sentence?

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You can combine them by using a subordinating conjunction to connect the dependent clause to the independent clause.

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What is the function of a complex sentence in writing?

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Complex sentences add variety and depth to writing, allowing for more nuanced expression of ideas.