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 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', or 'if'.

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.

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

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The dependent clause provides additional information to the independent clause but cannot stand alone.

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Identify a subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'If you study hard, you will pass the test.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'If'.

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

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

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What are some examples of subordinating conjunctions?

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Examples include: although, because, since, if, when, and while.

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Identify the dependent clause in this sentence: 'She will go to the party if she finishes her homework.'

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The dependent clause is 'if she finishes her homework'.