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 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', 'if', and 'when'.

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Give an example of a complex sentence.

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Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (e.g., 'and', 'but', 'or').

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Identify the independent clause: 'If you study hard, you will pass the test.'

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The independent clause is 'you will pass the test.'

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Identify the dependent clause: 'When the sun sets, we will go home.'

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The dependent clause is 'When the sun sets'.

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What role do subordinating conjunctions play in a sentence?

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