Subordinating Conjunctions - 5th Grade

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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, showing a relationship between them.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples include: because, although, since, until, while.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'because' indicate?

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It indicates a reason or cause for something.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'although' indicate?

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It introduces a contrast or exception.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'until' indicate?

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It indicates a time limit or condition that must be met.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'before' indicate?

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It indicates that one action happens prior to another action.

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What is the function of the subordinating conjunction 'while'?

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It indicates that two actions are happening at the same time.

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How do subordinating conjunctions affect sentence structure?

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They create complex sentences by connecting dependent clauses to independent clauses.

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Can a sentence start with a subordinating conjunction?

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Yes, a sentence can start with a subordinating conjunction, followed by a comma and an independent clause.

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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 complete sentence.