PRACTICE - 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.

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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.

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Give an example of an Independent Clause.

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I enjoy reading books.

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Give an example of a Dependent Clause.

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Although I enjoy reading books.

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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 'although', 'because', or 'unless'.

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Identify the Independent Clause: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.'

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We decided to go for a walk.

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Identify the Dependent Clause: 'Before I go to bed.'

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Before I go to bed.

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Identify the type: 'Unless my dad comes home.'

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Dependent Clause.

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Identify the type: 'After the movie ended.'

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Dependent Clause.

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Identify the Independent Clause: 'You should take your car in for a service because it's starting to make weird noises.'

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You should take your car in for a service.