DOL (10/23): Determine If a Clause is Independent or Dependent

Is the underlined clause a dependent clause or an independent clause?

Although Mary studied for hours, she did not do well on her test.

• Dependent Clause

• Independent Clause

Is the underlined clause a dependent clause or an independent clause?

When he asked me to go out with him, I was really surprised.

• Dependent Clause

• Independent Clause

Is the underlined clause a dependent clause or an independent clause?

As long as you are asking, I would love a chocolate donut.

• Dependent Clause

• Independent Clause

Is the underlined clause a dependent clause or an independent clause?

We never eat out, since restaurant food is expensive.

• Dependent Clause

• Independent Clause

Is the underlined clause a dependent clause or an independent clause?

The boys don't read often, but they do like to read.

• Dependent Clause

• Independent Clause