SoW: Front Branch

Front

What does the additional phrase at the beginning of a sentence answer?

Back

The who/what/how/when and why.

Front

Which of these is NOT a front branch word?

Back

But.

Front

What is the front branch in this sentence: 'Full of happiness, she jumped up and down.'

Back

Full of happiness.

Front

Which type of clause is the part of the sentence AFTER the front branch?

Back

Independent.

Front

Fill in the BEST choice for a front branch: '___________ I cannot go to the beach.'

Back

Because I do not have a ride.

Front

Define 'front branch' in a sentence.

Back

A front branch is an introductory phrase that provides context or background information before the main clause.

Front

What is the purpose of using front branch words in a sentence?

Back

To clarify relationships between ideas and provide context.

Front

List three examples of front branch words.

Back

Although, Because, Despite.

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

A clause that can stand alone as a complete sentence.

Front

What is a dependent clause?

Back

A clause that cannot stand alone and depends on an independent clause.