Underline the dependent clauses and circle the subordinating conjunctions in the sentences provided.

Answers include underlined dependent clauses and circled subordinating conjunctions.

1. I refused to go [because I had homework to do].
2. I could make good grades [if I studied].
3. [After I finish college], I'll get a job.
4. They were playing Frisbee [while he was studying].
5. Her essay would have been better [if she had rewritten it].
6. [Unless you return your library book today], you'll have to pay a fine of ten cents per day.
7. A large vocabulary is the characteristic [that most often accompanies outstanding success].
8. He was searching for the money [that he had dropped in the snow on Christmas Day].
9. [Although he looked a long time], he couldn't find it.
10. [Until you understand subjects and verbs], you cannot understand clauses and their purposes in sentences.

Exercise 2:

1. You can't do your best [when you are tired].
2. I'd have been waiting still [if you hadn't called].
3. The crowd cheered [when one of the Navy players came onto the field].
4. They roared with excitement [as he raced down to the goal line].
5. I have always hoped [that I could someday go to the Super Bowl].
6. He took his car [although he really preferred his motorcycle].
7. [If it's nice tomorrow], we'll hike up Old Baldy.
8. [While the leaves are still on the trees], let's take some pictures.
9. I thought [that you were coming with me].
10. [While she is away], someone will take her place.