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 the relationship between them.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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

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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.

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

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Although it was raining.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb and can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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

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You will pass the test.

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What role do subordinating conjunctions play in a sentence?

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They introduce dependent clauses and show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'She will go to the party if she finishes her homework.'

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if.

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

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It introduces a reason for the action in the independent clause.

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Create a sentence using the subordinating conjunction 'while'.

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While I was cooking, the phone rang.