Monday: Label each dependent and independent clause. Circle the subordinating conjunctions.

1. When spring arrives, the flowers bloom.

2. The poor woman had no money because she lost her job.

3. When Boston won the pennant, the entire city celebrated.

Tuesday: Label each dependent and independent clause. Circle the subordinating conjunctions.

1. Although Rita loved singing, she did not want to sing in front of anyone.

2. I got cold while I was waiting for the bus.

3. We stayed at the airport after the plane had taken off.


Wednesday: Label each dependent and independent clause. Circle the subordinating conjunctions.

1. He wiped his seat, and he sat down.

2.  He wiped his seat before he sat down.

3. Before he sat down, he wiped his seat.


Thursday: Label each dependent and independent clause. Circle the subordinating conjunctions.

1. If he does not turn in his paper, he will not pass the course.

2. We won't leave the house until morning comes.

3. Mom likes to shop unless there are huge crowds.

Subordinating Conjunctions: