Complex Sentences and Subordinating Conjunctions

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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, often connected by 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, indicating a relationship between the two. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'since', and 'unless'.

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Convert the simple sentence 'She studied hard.' into a complex sentence.

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Although she studied hard, she did not get good grades.

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Provide an example of a complex sentence.

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After I finish my homework, I will go to the movies.

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What is the purpose of a subordinating conjunction?

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The purpose of a subordinating conjunction is to show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause, such as cause and effect, contrast, or time.

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Punctuate the complex sentence: 'After he finished his homework he went to bed.'

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After he finished his homework, he went to bed.

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Punctuate the complex sentence: 'Because she was tired she went to bed early.'

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Because she was tired, she went to bed early.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction used to show cause and effect.

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Because.

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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.