Independent & Dependent Clauses, Simple & Complex Sentences

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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 has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Example of a simple sentence.

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The dog barks.

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Example of a complex sentence.

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Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

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Can a dependent clause stand alone as a sentence?

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No, a dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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Can an independent 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 the main difference between independent and dependent clauses?

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

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Identify the type of sentence: 'She loves to read books.'

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Simple Sentence.