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 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 them.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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

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When should you use a comma in a complex sentence?

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A comma is used when a subordinating conjunction starts the sentence, separating the dependent clause from the independent clause.

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Identify the independent clause in this sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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The independent clause is 'we went for a walk.'

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What is the purpose of a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause provides additional information but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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Which of the following is NOT a subordinating conjunction: if, when, while, summer?

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Summer is not a subordinating conjunction.

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What is the function of a comma in the sentence: 'Unless you study, you will not pass the test.'?

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The comma is placed between 'Unless you study' and 'you will not pass the test' when the dependent clause comes first.

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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, containing a subject and a verb.

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Provide an example of a complex sentence.

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Example: 'Because I was tired, I went to bed early.'