independent and dependent clauses 2

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Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence:

Before giving the White House it's existing name in 1901, it was known by several names, including the Executive Mansion, the Presiden'ts House, and even the President's Palace.

Back

Before giving the White House it's existing name in 1901,

Front

Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence:

Although a newborn copperhead snake is considerably smaller than an adult, its venom is equally toxic.

Back

Although a newborn copperhead snake is considerably smaller than an adult,

Front

Identify the independent clause in the following sentence:

After the White House was damaged during the war of 1812, President James Madison ordered an authentic reconstruction of the residence.

Back

President James Madison ordered an authentic reconstruction of the residence.

Front

Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence:

As gas prices increase, will more people use public transportation such as buses, subways, and light rails?

Back

As gas prices increase,

Front

Identify the independent clause in the following sentence:

Unless she studies each night this week, she won't pass the tough unit exam on Monday.

Back

she won't pass the tough unit exam on Monday.

Front

Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence:

I couldn't remember my password, which frustrated me.

Back

, which frustrated me.

Front

Identify the independent clause in the following sentence:

At the game, I high fived the quarterback.

Back

I high fived the quarterback.

Front

Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence:

While a stray cat is usually defined as a cat that has lost its home or has been abandoned, a feral cat lives in the wild and avoids human contact.

Back

While a stray cat is usually defined as a cat that has lost its home or has been abandoned,

Front

Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence:

Since bicycle accidents can result in major head injuries, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration encourages all riders to wear secure, properly fitted bicycle helmets.

Back

Since bicycle accidents can result in major head injuries,

Front

Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence:

If a word is spelled the same forwards and backwards (for example, kayak, civic, radar, or deed), it is known as a palindrome.

Back

If a word is spelled the same forwards and backwards (for example, kayak, civic, radar, or deed),