SUBORDINATE CONJUNCTIONS

Conjunctions Classification COORDINATING SUBORDINATING

What is Subordinate Conjunctions A subordinating conjunction is a word which joins together a dependent clause and an independent clause. Sentence : E.g. I read the paper because it interests me .  Dependent clause – Because it interests me  Independent clause – I read the newspaper  Conjunction – Because

What is Subordinate Conjunctions The subordinate conjunction has two functions :  Function 1: 1) It denotes a change between the two ideas in the sentence. This change will indicate a time, place, or cause and effect relationship. here are some Example: We looked on top of the refrigerator, where jenny often hid a bag of chocolate chip cookies.  Function 2: 2) In this particular function a clause is given more importance. Less importance is given to the clause introduced by the subordinate conjunction. Example: As Samson blew out the birthday candles atop the cake, he burnt the tip of his nose on a stubborn flame.

Subordinate Conjunctions The following words are used as Subordinate Conjunctions After Although As Because Before How If Once That Though Till Unless When Where While

Examples of Subordinate Conjunctions a)After: "Call me after you arrive at work”. b)Although: "Although she was tired, she couldn’t sleep”. c)As: "As we explained last class, coordinating conjunctions are sentence connectors”. d)Because: "I painted the house because it was a horrible color”. e)Before: "Come and visit me before you leave”. f)How: "Let me show you how to knit”. g)If: "It would be fantastic if you could come to the party”. h)Once: "Once you’ve learnt how to cycle, it’s very easy”.

Examples of Subordinate Conjunctions Since- Since you say so, I must believe it . That- Tell them that I will come. When – When I was younger I thought so. Where- He found his watch where he left it . Though – He finished first though he began late. Until- I waited for my friend until he came.

Read the paragraph I’ve lived in India for the past 10 years. I am not familiar with most of the places although I have been living here for so long. I live in India because my husband works here. As I mentioned earlier I am still unfamiliar with the places here and hence I find it quite tough to live here even after 10 years. I want to be familiar with India before I leave for France. Once I get familiar with the places I would feel more comfortable. I need someone to guide me on how to reach the important monuments in India.

Choose the right one Fill in the blanks using the subordinate conjunctions(After/Although/As) a)………. dinner, we’ll go see a movie.” b) …….. he was not there , I spoke to his brother. c)“………you know, she’s rather eccentric.” d) “………studying I shall go to play.” e) A book is a book ………… there is nothing in it . a) After b) as c) as d) after e) although

Choose the right one Fill in the blanks using the subordinate conjunctions (Because/Before/How/If/Once) a)………I reach home , I shall call you. b)……….the war is being fought in the Middle East, oil prices will continue to rise. c)………..getting dressed , I took bath. d) Let me teach you……….to draw e)We can have a great weekend ……you join us. a) Before b) because c) before d) how e) if

a)I went to the super market ………the Salon. Choose the right one Fill in the blanks using the Subordinate Conjunctions (Since/Though/Then/That) a)I went to the super market ………the Salon. b)………..I knew the answer , I hesitated to reply the teacher. c)………you asked the question I feel obliged to answer it. e) You ran so fast……..I couldn't catch up. f) I'm sorry……….I caused you such annoyance. a) Then b) though c) since d) then e) that f) that

Fill in the blanks a) I do not understand ……… it all happened. b) She went to the Doctor………..returning from school. c) ……….she studied well , she failed the test. d) …….. it was raining , the clothes got wet. e) Fred felt bad………. he was caught red handed for stealing. a) How b) after c) although d) because e)that