Independent and Dependent Clauses

Independent and Dependent Clauses

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English

4th - 7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a complete sentence. It has a subject and a verb.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a dependent clause?

Back

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.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a subordinating conjunction?

Back

A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', and 'since'.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of an independent clause.

Back

I enjoy reading books.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a dependent clause.

Back

Although I enjoy reading books.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a comma before a subordinating conjunction?

Back

A comma is used before a subordinating conjunction when the dependent clause comes before the independent clause.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When do you not use a comma with a dependent clause?

Back

You do not use a comma when the dependent clause comes after the independent clause.

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