What is a complex sentence?
Complex Sentences

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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. It has 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 has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.
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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. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'if', and 'when'.
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Give an example of a complex sentence.
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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.
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What is the role of a comma in complex sentences?
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A comma is used to separate the independent clause from the dependent clause when the dependent clause comes first.
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When is a comma not needed in a complex sentence?
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A comma is not needed when the independent clause comes first followed by the dependent clause.
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