Independent Clause vs. Dependent Clause

A dependent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence.

• True

• False

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence.

• True

• False

A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence.

• True

• False

Another word for a dependent clause is a subordinate clause.

• True

• False

Another word for an independent clause is a complete sentence.

• True

• False

State whether the following group of words are independent or dependent.

"While we were jogging."

• Dependent

• Independent

After the movie ended abruptly

• Dependent

• Independent

I am going to purchase a new bicycle tomorrow.

• Dependent

• Independent

Now that Josh knows the truth

• Dependent clause

• Independent clause

I plan to travel to England on Friday.

• Dependent clause

• Independent clause