AAAWWUUBBIS

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What does AAAWWUUBBIS stand for?

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AAAWWUUBBIS is an acronym for words that introduce dependent clauses: After, Although, As, When, While, Until, Because, Before, If, Since.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'Before'.

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Before you go, please turn out the lights.

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What is the purpose of using AAAWWUUBBIS words in sentences?

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AAAWWUUBBIS words help to connect ideas and provide context, indicating the relationship between the main clause and the dependent clause.

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What is the correct punctuation for the sentence: 'Before you go please turn out the lights.'?

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The correct punctuation is: 'Before you go, please turn out the lights.'

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Which AAAWWUUBBIS word would best fit: '_____ eating dessert, I have to eat my vegetables.'?

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Before.

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Which AAAWWUUBBIS word would best fit: '_____ reading our book, our eyes filled with tears.'?

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While.

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What is the function of the word 'If' in a sentence?

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'If' introduces a conditional clause, indicating that one event depends on another.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'Since'.

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Since it was raining, we decided to stay indoors.

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What is the correct way to write: 'I need to bring my grade up to a passing grade, so I can go to the dance because, it is this Friday.'?

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The correct way is: 'I need to bring my grade up to a passing grade, so I can go to the dance because it is this Friday.'