Subordinating Conjunctions

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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 a relationship between them.

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Can you name a subordinating conjunction?

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Examples of subordinating conjunctions include: although, because, since, unless, and while.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'because' indicate?

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'Because' indicates a reason or cause for something.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'although' indicate?

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'Although' introduces a contrast or exception.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will go to the park if it stops raining.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'She stayed home since she was feeling sick.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'since'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'After we eat dinner, we can watch a movie.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'after'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'He runs fast so that he can win the race.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'so that'.

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

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It connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, providing additional information.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.