Independent and Dependent 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 and expresses a complete thought.

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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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Identify the independent clause in the sentence: 'Dino thought about baseball practice as he walked home.'

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Dino thought about baseball practice.

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Identify the independent clause in the sentence: 'Please take out the garbage before you leave.'

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Please take out the garbage.

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Identify the clause type: 'Although my brother is a talented musician.'

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Dependent.

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Identify the independent clause in the sentence: 'Let's wait here until Stephen comes home.'

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Let's wait here.

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Identify the clause type: 'As soon as Elizabeth gets home.'

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Dependent.

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

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The purpose of an independent clause is to convey a complete thought and can function as a standalone sentence.

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

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The purpose of a dependent clause is to provide additional information but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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Give an example of an independent clause.

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She enjoys reading books.