Phrases and Clauses

Front

Identify the independent clause: 'I went to the store, and I bought some groceries.'

Back

I went to the store.

Front

Identify the dependent clause: 'After I finish my homework, I will go to the park.'

Back

After I finish my homework

Front

Independent clause example:

Back

I went for a walk.

Front

In 'Although it was late, we decided to go out for dinner.', what type of clause is 'Although it was late'?

Back

Subordinate clause

Front

Identify the independent clause: 'She likes to read books, but she doesn't have time.'

Back

She likes to read books.

Front

Identify the dependent clause: 'When the sun sets, the sky turns orange.'

Back

When the sun sets

Front

Dependent clause: Because it's hot

Back

B

Front

In 'Before the movie starts, we should get some popcorn.', what type of clause is 'Before the movie starts'?

Back

Adverbial clause of time

Front

Identify the independent clause: 'The cat slept on the windowsill while the dog barked at the mailman.'

Back

The cat slept on the windowsill

Front

Identify the dependent clause: 'I will go to the beach if it's sunny.'

Back

if it's sunny