Subordinating Conjunctions and Complex Sentences

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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, showing the relationship between them.

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Give examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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

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

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The independent clause is 'we went for a walk.'

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

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The dependent clause is 'Although it was raining.'

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What role does 'because' play in a sentence?

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'Because' is a subordinating conjunction that introduces a reason or cause.

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What role does 'although' play in a sentence?

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'Although' is a subordinating conjunction that introduces a contrast or exception.

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Complete the sentence: 'I will go to the park ________ it stops raining.'

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The correct answer is 'if'.

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Complete the sentence: 'She likes to read, ________ she doesn't have much time.'

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The correct answer is 'but'.

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What is the purpose of using subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are used to create complex sentences that show relationships between ideas.