Dependent and Independent Clauses

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What is an independent clause?

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

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What is a dependent clause?

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

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Identify the clause: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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Dependent Clause: 'Although it was raining' is a dependent clause because it cannot stand alone.

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Identify the clause: 'She enjoys reading books.'

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Independent Clause: 'She enjoys reading books' is an independent clause because it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two. Examples include 'although', 'because', 'unless'.

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Identify the clause: 'He will go to the party if he finishes his homework.'

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Dependent Clause: 'if he finishes his homework' is a dependent clause.

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Identify the clause: 'The dog barked loudly.'

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Independent Clause: 'The dog barked loudly' is an independent clause.

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What is the purpose of a dependent clause in a sentence?

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A dependent clause adds additional information to the independent clause, providing context or detail.

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Identify the clause: 'Since it was late, we decided to leave.'

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Dependent Clause: 'Since it was late' is a dependent clause.

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Identify the clause: 'I will call you tomorrow.'

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Independent Clause: 'I will call you tomorrow' is an independent clause.