Clauses

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What is a clause?

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A clause is a group of words that contains both a subject and a verb. It can stand alone or be part of a larger sentence.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a clause that can stand alone as a complete sentence. It expresses a complete thought.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It does not express a complete thought.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'I will finish my homework after the movie is over.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'after'.

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Select the sentence with a dependent clause: 'Although it was late, the man went to the store.'

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The sentence 'Although it was late, the man went to the store.' contains a dependent clause.

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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, indicating a relationship between the two.

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Give an example of a dependent clause.

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'Although it was raining' is an example of a dependent clause.

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Give an example of an independent clause.

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'The dog barked loudly' is an example of an independent clause.

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What is the function of a clause in a sentence?

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Clauses function as parts of a sentence, providing information, context, or detail.

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What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, while a dependent clause cannot.