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Clauses, conjunctions and complex sentences

Explore clauses, conjunctions and complex sentences with an example and your own answers.

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A complex sentence has a main clause and a subordinate clause. A joining word explains the relationship between them.

Worked example

When the bell rang, the children lined up. The children lined up is the main clause.

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until

Until introduces the time limit.

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I finished the puzzle.

The main clause can stand as a sentence.

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If you water the seed, it may grow.

Check a sensible conditional sentence and retain may, since growth is not guaranteed.

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who

Who introduces a clause about the girl.

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until

Until introduces the time limit for waiting.

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I found a key that fitted the old box.

Use a clear relative clause with the right reference.

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