Subordinating & Coordinating conjunctions

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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What are the two main types of conjunctions?

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The two main types of conjunctions are coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects an independent clause with a dependent clause, showing a relationship between them. Examples include 'because', 'when', 'since', and 'before'.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'I will go outside after I finish my homework', 'after' is the subordinating conjunction.

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

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'Because' is a subordinating conjunction that introduces a reason or cause.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'The dog barked when the mailman arrived.'

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'When' is the subordinating conjunction.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'before' indicate?

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'Before' indicates that one action happens prior to another action.

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How do subordinating conjunctions affect sentence structure?

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Subordinating conjunctions create dependent clauses, which cannot stand alone as complete sentences.

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What is the role of the word 'since' in a sentence?

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'Since' can indicate time or reason, and it is a subordinating conjunction.