Dependent Clauses and Subordinating Conjunctions

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. It can stand alone as a sentence.

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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 three examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples of subordinating conjunctions include: although, because, and until.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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The function of a subordinating conjunction is to link a dependent clause to an independent clause, showing the relationship between the two.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in the following 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. A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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Fill in the blank with the correct subordinating conjunction: 'I will call you _______________ I arrive home.'

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when.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent clauses?

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An independent clause expresses a complete thought and can stand alone, while a dependent clause does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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Provide an example of a sentence with both an independent clause and a dependent clause.

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Example: 'I will go to the store if I have time.' (Independent: 'I will go to the store'; Dependent: 'if I have time').