Phrase or Clause?

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What is a phrase?

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A phrase is a group of words that does not contain a subject-verb pair and does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Towards the north.'

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What is a clause?

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A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb, and it can express a complete thought. Example: 'If I need to call you.'

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Identify the type: 'In a dark and dangerous hallway.'

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Phrase

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Identify the type: 'If I need to call you.'

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Clause

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Identify the type: 'In front of the movie theater.'

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Phrase

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Identify the type: 'Jumping up and down on the bed.'

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Phrase

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What distinguishes a phrase from a clause?

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A phrase lacks a subject-verb pair, while a clause contains both a subject and a verb.

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Can a clause stand alone as a sentence?

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Yes, an independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a clause that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a clause that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought. Example: 'Because I was late.'