50 likes | 207 Views
Complex Sentences. Definition. CX sentences have 1 INDEPENDENT clause and 1 DEPENDENT clause *The only difference between an ID clause and a SUB clause is a SUB clause begins with a SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION. Common Subordinating Conjunctions (larger list on O:545). Difference In Clauses.
E N D
Definition • CX sentences have 1 INDEPENDENT clause and 1 DEPENDENT clause • *The only difference between an ID clause and a SUB clause is a SUB clause begins with a SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION
Difference In Clauses • ID – I finished the sandwich. • SUB – After I finished the sandwich • ID – I had a massive headache. • SUB – Because I had a massive headache
Examples of CX Sentence • After we ate dinner, the boys went out to play football. • Chris got a loan because his car broke down. • Most of the cards that we bought are collecting dust in the attic. • While my brother was making toast, I was scrambling eggs.