Independent or Dependent Clause?

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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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Example of an independent clause.

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The wolves are on the endangered species list.

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Example of a dependent clause.

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Because many people were scared of the wolves.

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What does it mean if a clause starts with 'because'?

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If a clause starts with 'because', it is usually a dependent clause, as it does not express a complete thought.

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What does it mean if a clause starts with 'until'?

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If a clause starts with 'until', it is usually a dependent clause, as it cannot stand alone.

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Can a dependent clause be part of a larger sentence?

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Yes, a dependent clause can be part of a larger sentence, but it cannot stand alone.

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What is the main difference between independent and dependent clauses?

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The main difference is that independent clauses can stand alone as complete sentences, while dependent clauses cannot.

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Identify the clause: 'The desert can be very hot.'

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Independent Clause.

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Identify the clause: 'Until the park rangers bring back the wolves.'

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Dependent Clause.