Phrases and Clauses

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While we were in the park

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Dependent Clause

Front

I ran through the house

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Independent Clause

Front

Independent clauses express a complete thought and can stand alone.

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True

Front

Is this a phrase or a clause? the emergency drill yesterday

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phrase

Front

Phrase or clause: When we lost the game

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dependent clause

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Is this a phrase or a clause? the afternoon rain

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phrase

Front

Is this a phrase or a clause? the much-awaited game of the season

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phrase

Front

Identify the underlined group: It is important to assign homework to middle school students.

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PHRASE

Front

The falcon soared majestically.

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Independent Clause

Front

Because of my best friend

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Dependent Clause