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Subordinating Conjunctions

• A subordinating conjunction joins two clauses to make one grammatically dependent on the
other.
• The clause that a subordinating conjunction introduces, is subordinate, or dependent,
because it cannot stand by itself as a complete sentence.

Common subordinating conjunctions: than, after, although, because, when, until, while, even if, as, since etc...

Directions: Underline the subordinating conjunction in each sentence below.

1. Although we’ve known each other for a very long time, we’re no more than acquaintances.

2. Mac, Richard, and Jose camped out in the backyard, so that they could watch a meteor storm.

3. Regular exercise is recommended because it helps you stay fit and healthy.

4. I helped mom clean up the kitchen before heading out for a movie.

5. I’m thinking of walking to the grocery store unless it rains.

6. Michelle was suppose to watch Adriana until her parents get back from dinner.

7. Rick KDVQ
W visited his aunt in years since she has moved to Florida five years ago.

8. You should help me with the chores than just sitting down and watching TV all day.

9. I am heading out for running even if it’s still raining.

10. Rebecca was still in her pajamas when her guests arrived.

11. I am planning to drop the idea of going to the movie theater unless you’re really interested.

12. After retrieving their luggage from the airport, they took a taxi to the hotel.

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Answer Key

Directions: Underline the subordinating conjunction in each sentence below.

1. Although we’ve known each other for a very long time, we’re no more than acquaintances.

2. Mac, Richard, and Jose camped out in the backyard, so that they could watch a meteor storm.

3. Regular exercise is recommended because it helps you stay fit and healthy.

4. I helped mom clean up the kitchen before heading out for a movie.

5. I’m thinking of walking to the library unless it rains.

6. Michelle was suppose to watch Adriana until her parents get back from dinner.

7. Rick KDVQ
W visited his aunt in years since she has moved to Florida five years ago.

8. You should help me with the chores than just sitting down and watching TV all day.

9. I am going out for running in an hour even if it’s still raining.

10. Rebecca was still in her pajamas when her guests arrived.

11. I am planning to drop the idea of going to the movie theater unless you’re really interested.

12. After retrieving their luggage from the airport, they took a taxi to the hotel.

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