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English
Quarter 2 – Module 8:
Subordinating Conjunctions
English – Grade 5
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Quarter 2 – Module 8: Subordinating Conjunctions
First Edition, 2020

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What I Need to Know

This module is specifically designed to guide the learners in the use of

subordinating conjunctions.

The facilitators are expected to direct the learners in the use of this
module and collaborate in further understanding of the lesson so they may
enjoy and make full use of the activities.

The answers to all the activities are included at the end of this module.
Inculcate to the learners the importance of honesty while answering this
module. Understanding the contents of this module, still, is our outmost
concern.

For the learner

This module contains lessons and activities that you can study and
accomplish to maximize learning.

At the end of this module, you are expected to:

1. identify subordinating conjunctions and their uses; and

2. use subordinating conjunctions in sentences correctly.

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What I Know

Connect each pair of clauses to form a complex sentence. Choose from the list
of subordinating conjunctions below. Write your answers on a separate sheet
of paper.

if before whenever
since although

Example: Face-to-face classes are not allowed. It is still not COVID-free.

Answer: Face-to-face classes are not allowed because it is still not COVID-
free.

1. Our teacher gave us modules. We will not have online classes.

_____________________________________________________

2. We can survive the crisis. We follow all the health protocols.

___________________________________________________

3. Finish answering the modules. You play with your cousins.

___________________________________________________

4. My brother made a cabinet. He has limited resources and materials.

___________________________________________________

5. Nadine cries a lot. She remembers her late grandmother.

___________________________________________________

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Lesson
1 Subordinating Conjunctions

Subordinating conjunctions further gives the intended meaning to two

ideas, more commonly known as dependent and independent clauses. These
ideas when combined together with the correct subordinating conjunction
give a variety of sentence structure. It provides beauty to the ideas presented
and avoids monotony compared to using short, simple sentences.

Study their uses and apply them in your writing to express your ideas
uniquely and more concisely.

Below is a list of subordinating conjunctions.

after although as as if as long as

as soon as as though because before even

even if even though if if only if when

in as much though until in order that once

unless when whenever where whereas

wherever whether which while whoever

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What’s In

Identify the subordinating conjunctions used in the following sentences.

Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. The mayor visits his constituents although he has a lot of duties.

2. His staff was inspired because he sets them an example.
3. My parents work doubly hard so they can sustain our needs.
4. We had the room ready since my brother is coming home.
5. My sister prepares the dinner while I clean the room.
6. Brush your teeth before you go to bed.
7. The woman helps those in need whenever she has resources.
8. Though it is raining, the program pushed through.
9. The medical mission was conducted since the people had a lot of
health problems.
10. Change your clothes as soon as you arrive.

What’s New

Study the dialogue below and observe how the subordinating

conjunctions were used.

Rafael and David were exchanging messages one afternoon

through messenger.

Rafael: Hello, how have you been doing, my friend?

David: I am still busy answering my modules. I am doing it though I
seem so tired.
Rafael: You can do it, however, you need to have a lot of patience.
David: Yes, I have to finish it since it will be submitted on Friday.
Rafael: Anyway, you can ask help if ever you need. I am always here.
David: Thank you so much my friend! Thanks for pushing me to do it.
I know I can make it through as long as I keep doing it and never give up.

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What is It

Subordinating conjunctions are words or phrases that are used to link

a dependent clause to an independent clause. The dependent clause, as the
term suggests, has no clear meaning when it stands alone but when
connected to the independent clause adds up to an informative value to the
sentence as a whole.

Most commonly, subordinating conjunctions like because, in order

that, as, since, that and so that, when used show reason in complex
sentences.

Subordinating conjunctions like although, even though, though,

although, while and whereas, however, indicate concession and
comparison.

The following sentences will help you in identifying the correct use of
subordinating conjunctions.

1. The economy slowed down because restrictions had to be made.

2. The government implemented a lockdown in affected areas in order
that the virus can be contained.
3. The virus, indeed, declined since people were advised to stay home.
4. They followed safety protocols, although it was not what they used
to do.
5. My brothers and sisters eat vegetables, whereas I only eat fish.

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What’s More

Identify all subordinating conjunctions in the following sentences. Write your

answers on a separate sheet of paper.

1. We can’t go to school (because, so that) of the COVID pandemic.

2. We should not go outside (since, although) we wish to see our friends.
3. Nerissa sneezes (so that, whenever) she gets near dusty places.
4. The doorbell rang (as, although) the boys kept pressing it.
5. We spent cleaning up the mess (when, after) the heavy rain.
6. I got dizzy (when, before) I smelled the car freshener.
7. The cake still tastes good (while, though) it was deformed.
8. The lady paid for the cake (as long as, even) if the delivery was late.
9. Let us follow safety protocols (before, so that) we can stay safe.
10. Many people survived the crisis (whenever, although) it has affected the
economy.

What I Have Learned

Choose the correct word/s to make the sentences true. Write your answers
on a separate paper.

reason comparison independent

link dependent

1. Subordinating conjunctions are words or phrases that are used to

___________ a dependent clause to an ________________ clause.
2. The _____________ clause, as the term suggests, has no clear meaning
when it stands alone
3. Most common subordinating conjunctions like because, since and so
that are used to show ___________ in complex sentences.
4. Subordinating conjunctions like although, though and while indicate
concession and ______________.

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What I Can Do

Write C if the subordinating conjunction used in the sentence is correct. If

not, give the correct conjunction. Write your answers on a separate sheet of
paper.

____________________1. My grandfather still works in the farm although he is

old.
____________________2. He prepares all things that he needs while going to
the farm.
____________________3. I am going to do it for as long as I can.
____________________4. We let him do it since he enjoys it so much.
____________________5. He is happy and overjoyed so that he gets so tired.

Assessment

Identify the correct subordinating conjunction in each of the following

sentences. Write the letter of the correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. My mother likes baking, ______________she lacks time to do it.

a. since b. however c. while d. when

2. Father is busy ______________ he helps mother in the household chores.

a. though b. although c. because d. but

3. The fruit cake was quite overdone ___________ I forgot to turn off the
oven in time.
a. because b. while c. but d. although

4. My brother ate the cakes ______________ they were all delicious.

a. but b. although c. when d. because

5. I help my mother _________________ I have time.

a. after b. but c. although d. whenever

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6. My sister tastes the brownies ______________ they are done.
a. as soon as b. but c. which d. before

7. I love the cakes _____________ I eat less of them.

a. when b. where c. which d. but

8. I want to be a chef ______________ I enjoy cooking and baking so much.

a. but b. although c. however d. because

9. Work hard ______________ you achieve your dreams.

a. until b. unless c. while d. before

10. _____________, you believe, you can achieve everything.

a. Before b. Until c. Unless d. After

Additional Activities

Make a clipping of ten sentences using subordinate conjunctions from

old newspapers. Underline the subordinate conjunctions used.

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What’ s In
What's More What I Can Do
1. and 1. because
2. but 2. although 1. C
3. or 3. whenever 2. before
4. for 4. as 3. C
5. and 5. after 4. C
6. nor 6. when 5. even if
7. but 7. although /although/though
8. yet 8. even Assessment
9. for 9. so that
10. or 10. although 1. B
What I Know 2. D
3. A
What I Have Learned
[Link] teacher gave us 4. D
modules since we will not 1. link 5. D
have online class. 2. independent 6. A
3. dependent 7. D
2. We can survive the crisis 4. reason 8. D
if we follow all health 5. comparison 9. A
protocols. 10. C
[Link] answering your
modules before you play
with your cousins.
[Link] brother made a cabinet
although he has limited
resources.
[Link] cries a lot
whenever she remembers
her late grandmother.
Answer Key
References
Book:
Castillo, Kristine Erika C., Angeles, Evelyn B. 2016. Joy in Learning English.
Quezon City, Philippines: Vibal Group Inc.`

Website:
Britainy Sorenson, GrammarSpot, Writing Tips, (October 8, 2020)
[Link]

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