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', 'if', and 'when'.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'I will go to the park if it stops raining', 'if' is the subordinating conjunction that introduces the dependent clause 'if it stops raining'.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction?

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The function of a subordinating conjunction is to join a dependent clause to an independent clause, showing the relationship between the two clauses.

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List three common subordinating conjunctions.

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Three common subordinating conjunctions are 'although', 'because', and 'since'.

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What happens to the punctuation when a subordinating conjunction starts a sentence?

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When a subordinating conjunction starts a sentence, a comma is typically used to separate the dependent clause from the independent clause.

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

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The subordinating conjunction is 'Although'.

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What is the difference between a coordinating conjunction and a subordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance (e.g., 'and', 'but'), while a subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship.

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Fill in the blank with a subordinating conjunction: 'I will call you _____ I arrive home.'

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The correct answer is 'when': 'I will call you when I arrive home.'

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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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Provide an example of a sentence with a subordinating conjunction at the beginning.

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'If you study hard, you will pass the exam.' Here, 'If' is the subordinating conjunction.