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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How do you punctuate a complex sentence?

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If the dependent clause comes first, use a comma before the independent clause. If the independent clause comes first, no comma is needed.

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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, such as 'because', 'although', 'since', and 'when'.

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Example of a complex sentence with a subordinating conjunction.

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Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

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What is the purpose of using complex sentences?

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Complex sentences allow for more detailed and nuanced expression of ideas, showing relationships between different thoughts.

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Identify the independent clause: 'When I finish my homework, I will watch TV.'

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The independent clause is 'I will watch TV.'

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Identify the dependent clause: 'Because I was tired, I went to bed early.'

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The dependent clause is 'Because I was tired.'

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What is a common mistake when writing complex sentences?

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A common mistake is incorrect punctuation, such as missing commas or placing them in the wrong location.