Worksheet 2: Advanced Subordinating Conjunctions

Challenge yourself with exercises on combining sentences and using commas correctly with dependent clauses. Click below to print or save as a PDF.

Worksheet 2: Advanced Subordinating Conjunctions

Name: _________________________   Date: _________________________

1. Combining Sentences

Combine the two sentences into one complex sentence using the subordinating conjunction in parentheses. Add a comma if necessary.

Original: It started to rain. We went inside. (because)

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Original: She studied hard. She passed the exam. (so that)

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Original: He is very talented. He is also very humble. (although)

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Original: I will finish my work. Then I will go out. (after)

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2. Punctuation Practice

Add a comma to the sentences below where it is needed. Some sentences may not need a comma.

Original: Before you leave please turn off the lights.

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Original: I listen to music while I work.

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Original: Although he was tired he continued to study.

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Original: He was happy because he won the game.

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3. Creative Writing

Write a short paragraph describing a time you learned something new. Use at least two different subordinating conjunctions in your paragraph.

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