Mastering Commas in Dependent Clauses

This video tutorial from Grammar Master explains the use of commas with subordinate conjunctions. It covers the difference between independent and dependent clauses, highlighting that independent clauses are complete sentences with a subject and verb, while dependent clauses start with subordinate conjunctions like 'although' or 'since'. The tutorial emphasizes the rule that a comma is needed when a dependent clause precedes an independent clause, but not when the order is reversed. Examples are provided to illustrate these rules. The video concludes with a call to subscribe for more lessons.

What are the primary linking verbs mentioned in the lesson?

• run, jump, play

• am, is, are, was, were

• quickly, slowly, carefully

• happy, sad, joyous

What is required in an independent clause?

• An adjective

• A subordinate conjunction

• A verb and a subject

• A comma

Which conjunction is used in the example with the sleeping dog?

• because

• although

• unless

• since

What happens if a dependent clause starts the sentence?

• Two commas are needed

• No comma is needed

• A comma is needed after it

• A period is used instead

Which of the following is a correct example of a dependent clause followed by an independent clause?

• Since the dog was asleep, the cat ate.

• Since the dog was asleep the cat ate

• The cat ate since the dog was asleep.

• The cat ate, since the dog was asleep.

What is the rule when the independent clause comes before the dependent clause?

• Use a semicolon

• Use a comma

• Do not use a comma

• Use two commas

What does the subordinate conjunction 'as' indicate in the example?

• It starts an independent clause

• It starts a dependent clause

• It is used in the middle of a sentence

• It has no specific function

In which case is a comma not necessary between clauses?

• Both clauses are dependent

• Independent clause first

• Both clauses are independent

• Dependent clause first

What action does the video suggest at the end?

• Ignore the advice

• Subscribe and like the video

• Start a new lesson

• Rewrite the rules

What is the main topic of the video?

• Exploring adverbs

• Using commas with subordinate conjunctions

• Understanding verbs and subjects

• Learning about adjectives