Understanding Conjunctions and Clauses

This video tutorial explains the difference between dependent and independent clauses, focusing on the use of subordinating conjunctions to join them. It reviews the main parts of speech and introduces conjunctions as a key element in sentence structure. Through examples, the video demonstrates how subordinating conjunctions like 'even though', 'because', 'since', 'after', and 'if' are used to create complex sentences by linking dependent clauses with independent ones. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of these conjunctions in forming complete thoughts and balanced sentences.

What is the main difference between a dependent and an independent clause?

• A dependent clause can stand alone as a sentence.

• An independent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence.

• An independent clause is always longer than a dependent clause.

• A dependent clause needs additional words to form a complete sentence.

Which of the following is NOT a part of speech?

• Conjunction

• Pronoun

• Noun

• Adjective

What is a common mistake students make with dependent clauses?

• They use it without a conjunction.

• They think it is a complete sentence.

• They always place it at the end of a sentence.

• They confuse it with an independent clause.

Which of the following sentences contains an independent clause?

• Since your classwork is done.

• She stayed awake to watch the fireworks.

• Even though Haley is tired.

• Because it is a holiday.

What role do subordinating conjunctions play in a sentence?

• They modify verbs in a sentence.

• They separate two independent clauses.

• They replace nouns in a sentence.

• They join a dependent clause with an independent clause.

Which conjunction is used to show a reason in a sentence?

• Because

• And

• Or

• But

What does the conjunction 'since' introduce in a sentence?

• A condition

• A time

• A reason

• A contrast

Which conjunction would you use to indicate a time relationship?

• Because

• Or

• After

• If

What does the conjunction 'if' indicate in a sentence?

• A contrast

• A reason

• A time

• A possibility

What have you learned about subordinating conjunctions in this lesson?

• They are used to modify adjectives.

• They are used to replace verbs in a sentence.

• They are used to join a dependent clause with an independent clause.

• They are used to join two independent clauses.