Independent Vs. Dependent Clauses

What is a clause?

• A group of words that has a subject and a predicate

• A group of words

• A group of words that has a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete idea

• None of the above

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CCSS.L.7.1A

Is the underlined portion an independent or dependent clause?

Because he was hungry, his stomach growled uncontrollably.

• dependent

• independent

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CCSS.L.7.1A

Is the underline portion a dependent or independent clause?

I wasn't sure who was the imposter, but I knew once I saw purple faking a task.

• dependent

• independent

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CCSS.L.7.1A

Is the underlined portion a dependent or independent clause?

If she knew the answer, she didn't give any hints that she did.

• dependent

• independent

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CCSS.L.7.1A

Is the underlined portion an independent or dependent clause?

Although he enjoyed the remake of the movie, he still felt that the original version was the best.

• dependent

• independent

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CCSS.L.7.1A

Is the underlined portion an independent or dependent clause?

While some argue that the driving age for teens should be changed, I believe it should remain as it currently is.

• dependent

• independent

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CCSS.L.7.1A

Is the underlined portion an independent or dependent clause?

I would love to get a dog, but I am allergic to most breeds.

• dependent

• independent

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CCSS.L.7.1A

Is the underlined portion an independent or dependent clause?

Because I have traveled to so many different countries over the years, I know that Italy is by far the best place to go if you love eat yummy food.

• dependent

• independent

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.7.1B

All of the words below would make the following clause dependent EXCEPT:

__________ rain continues to fall.

• Since

• Heavy

• If

• Because

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CCSS.L.7.1A

Which of the following are dependent clauses?

• If the team makes the goal.

• Although it is sunny outside.

• When you purchase new shoes.

• All of the above.

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CCSS.L.7.1A