Phrase and Clauses

Is this a dependent clause or an independent clause?

because classes were suspended for a week

• independent clause

• dependent clause

Identify whether the underlined group of words is a phrase or a clause.

Trying to steal third base all the time isn’t the best way to keep innings alive.

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• Clause

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To invite Gus to the party will be to add the social glue we’ll need.

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Are you sure you want to buy those rims for your SUV?

• Phrase

• Clause

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While some members of the search party looking for the lost dog scoured the woods, others checked the ravine.

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Because Roger and Betty found a babysitter for the evening, they can go to the show.

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Giving it all she had, she finished the marathon in a personal-best five hours and fifteen minutes.

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She excels at her work without worrying about forecasts for each following quarter.

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I’m guessing the cat will be sleeping for at least five hours.

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The ice-covered bridge was closed to prevent driving hazards.

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