Independent and Dependent clauses
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English
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7th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a complete thought that can stand by itself as a sentence.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
Back
A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence and depends on an independent clause.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When starting a sentence with an independent clause, do you need a comma?
Back
No, you do not need a comma when starting with an independent clause.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When starting a sentence with a dependent clause, do you need a comma?
Back
Yes, you must have a comma after a dependent clause.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following is NOT a dependent clause: 'Because I wanted to', 'When she heard her dog', 'if the snow stops', 'Nick likes to build a wall'?
Back
'Nick likes to build a wall' is NOT a dependent clause.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the function of a dependent clause in a sentence?
Back
A dependent clause provides additional information but cannot stand alone.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can an independent clause be part of a larger sentence?
Back
Yes, an independent clause can be part of a compound or complex sentence.
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