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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Give three examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include: although, because, since.

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What is the function of the subordinating conjunction 'although'?

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'Although' introduces a contrast between two ideas, indicating that one idea is true despite the other.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'because' indicate?

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'Because' introduces a reason or cause for something.

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What is the role of the subordinating conjunction 'when'?

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'When' indicates a time relationship between two events.

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How does the subordinating conjunction 'if' function in a sentence?

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'If' introduces a condition that must be met for the main clause to be true.

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What is the difference between a subordinating conjunction and a coordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, while a coordinating conjunction connects two independent clauses.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'since' as a subordinating conjunction.

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Since it was raining, we stayed indoors.

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What does the subordinating conjunction 'until' express?

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'Until' indicates that something will happen up to a certain point in time.

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How can 'while' be used as a subordinating conjunction?

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'While' can indicate that two actions are happening at the same time.