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 and expresses a complete thought.

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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 role do subordinating conjunctions play in complex sentences?

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Subordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses and show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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Give examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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

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

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The subordinating conjunction is 'Although'.

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True or False: A dependent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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False.

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What is the function of a comma in a complex sentence?

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A comma is often used to separate the independent clause from the dependent clause, especially when the dependent clause comes first.

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Provide an example of a complex sentence.

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'Because I was tired, I went to bed early.'