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, showing a relationship between the two.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples include: although, because, since, if, when, before, after.

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When a subordinating conjunction starts a sentence, what punctuation is required?

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A comma is required after the dependent clause.

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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 usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will go to the party if I finish my homework.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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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 complete sentence.

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True or False: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.' requires a comma after 'Although it was raining'.

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True.

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Which of the following is a dependent clause: 'Because it was late' or 'It was late'?

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'Because it was late' is a dependent clause.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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It connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between them.

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List three subordinating conjunctions.

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Three subordinating conjunctions are: although, because, and since.