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.

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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 usually begins with a subordinating conjunction or a relative pronoun.

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Give an example of an independent clause.

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"My father's car is parked in the garage." This clause can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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Give an example of a dependent clause.

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"which is locked" is a dependent clause because it cannot stand alone.

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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, such as 'because', 'although', or 'if'.

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What is a relative pronoun?

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A relative pronoun is a word that introduces a dependent clause and relates it to a noun, such as 'who', 'which', or 'that'.

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What does it mean for a clause to be complete?

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A complete clause has both a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is the function of an independent clause in a sentence?

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An independent clause can express a complete thought and can function as a standalone sentence.

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

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A dependent clause adds information to an independent clause but cannot stand alone.

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Identify the clause: "The Eiffel Tower was completed under budget because the crew was so efficient."

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The clause "The Eiffel Tower was completed under budget" is an independent clause.