Punctuation with Subordinate Conjunctions

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What is a subordinate conjunction?

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A subordinate conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two. Examples include 'although', 'because', 'when', and 'while'.

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What is the purpose of using a comma with subordinate conjunctions?

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Commas are used with subordinate conjunctions to separate the dependent clause from the independent clause when the dependent clause comes first.

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When should you add a comma before a subordinate conjunction?

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You should add a comma before a subordinate conjunction when it introduces a dependent clause that precedes an independent clause.

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Does the sentence 'When she was younger she believed in fairy tales.' need a comma?

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Yes, it needs a comma: 'When she was younger, she believed in fairy tales.'

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Does the sentence 'Although my friends begged me I chose not to go to the reunion.' need a comma?

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Yes, it needs a comma: 'Although my friends begged me, I chose not to go to the reunion.'

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Does the sentence 'I can't keep quiet because my friend keeps making me laugh.' need a comma?

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No, it does not need a comma.

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Does the sentence 'I hummed quietly to myself while I washed the dishes.' need a comma?

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No, it does not need a comma.

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Does the sentence 'I don't enjoy the snow because I hate being cold.' need a comma?

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No, it does not need a comma.

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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 because it 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 because it does not express a complete thought.