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 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.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples include 'because', 'although', 'if', 'when', and 'since'.

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What punctuation is required when a complex sentence begins with a subordinating conjunction?

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A comma is required after the dependent clause.

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Identify the independent clause in the sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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The independent clause is 'we went for a walk.'

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What is the role of a subject in a sentence?

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The subject tells who or what the sentence is about.

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True or False: A complex sentence can have more than one dependent clause.

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True.

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a complex sentence?

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A simple sentence contains only one independent clause, while a complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Provide an example of a correctly punctuated complex sentence.

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When Manuel arrived, he ate breakfast.

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What is the function of a dependent clause in a complex sentence?

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A dependent clause provides additional information but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.