2-5: Independent and Dependent Clauses

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a complete sentence. It has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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Identify the clause: 'Because it was raining.'

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Dependent clause.

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Identify the clause: 'She enjoys reading books.'

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Independent clause.

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What is a subordinate conjunction?

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A subordinate conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, such as 'because', 'although', or 'if'.

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Give an example of a sentence with both an independent and a dependent clause.

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Although it was cold, we went for a walk.

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What role does a subordinate conjunction play in a sentence?

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It introduces a dependent clause and shows the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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Can a sentence have more than one independent clause?

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Yes, a sentence can have multiple independent clauses, often joined by coordinating conjunctions.

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What is the difference between a coordinating conjunction and a subordinate conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance (e.g., 'and', 'but'), while a subordinate conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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What is an example of a coordinating conjunction?

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Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.