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 conjunction is used to introduce a dependent clause?

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Common conjunctions include 'because', 'since', 'unless', and 'if'.

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Complete the sentence: I will go to the park _______ it stops raining.

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if

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Complete the sentence: _______ I finished my homework, I played outside.

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Identify the dependent clause: Since I studied hard, I got an A on my test.

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Since I studied hard.

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Identify the independent clause: If they place first, they might win five hundred dollars.

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They might win five hundred dollars.

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What is the purpose of a complex sentence?

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To show a relationship between ideas, often indicating cause and effect or conditions.

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Complete the sentence: I won't go to the party _______ my friend goes with me.

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unless