Understanding Subordinating Conjunctions

The video tutorial explains how to write complex sentences using subordinating conjunctions. It covers the structure of complex sentences, differentiating between independent and dependent clauses, and the role of subordinating conjunctions like those in the AWOOBUS acronym. The tutorial includes practical exercises to combine sentences and emphasizes the importance of using commas to separate clauses. It also explores how to express cause and effect relationships in writing, providing examples and practice opportunities to enhance sentence complexity and clarity.

What is a complex sentence composed of?

• An independent clause and a dependent clause

• Two independent clauses

• Two dependent clauses

• A phrase and a clause

Why is a comma necessary when starting a complex sentence with a dependent clause?

• To separate the dependent clause from the independent clause

• To indicate a pause

• To separate the subject and verb

• To make the sentence longer

Which of the following is NOT a subordinating conjunction?

• Because

• And

• Although

• Since

What does the acronym AWOOBUS help you remember?

• Types of sentences

• Common subordinating conjunctions

• Punctuation rules

• Parts of speech

How can subordinating conjunctions help in writing?

• By removing punctuation

• By adding more verbs

• By connecting ideas and showing relationships

• By making sentences shorter

Which subordinating conjunction would best indicate a cause and effect relationship?

• Because

• While

• Although

• After

What is the purpose of using subordinating conjunctions in sentences?

• To make sentences more complex

• To connect ideas and clarify relationships

• To remove verbs

• To add more adjectives

In the sentence 'After the rain stopped, we went outside,' what role does 'After' play?

• It is a verb

• It is a noun

• It is a subordinating conjunction

• It is an adjective

What should you do after identifying a place to combine sentences in your writing?

• Change the topic

• Remove the sentences

• Use a subordinating conjunction to connect them

• Add more sentences

What is the benefit of using complex sentences in writing?

• They make writing shorter

• They remove the need for punctuation

• They make writing sound more sophisticated

• They simplify the ideas