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. It has 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. 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', and 'while'.

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Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction: 'and', 'but', 'because'?

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'Because' is a subordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a subordinating conjunction in a complex sentence?

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It introduces the dependent clause and shows the relationship between the independent and dependent clauses.

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

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'If' is the subordinating conjunction.

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

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Provide 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 structure of a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence consists of an independent clause and a dependent clause.