Independent and Dependent Clauses and Phrases

Our dog will run away if the gate is left open.

• independent clause

• dependent clause

• phrase

Charlie has a hard time sticking to a diet, because he really loves rich, sweet desserts. 

• independent clause

• dependent clause

• phrase

When the day ends, we can all go home and make cookies.

• dependent clause

• independent clause

We all went to the game, and we went to the movies after.

• dependent clause

• independent clause

We all went to the game, and we went to the movies after.

• dependent clause

• independent clause

Before I went to school, I had a big cup of coffee.

• dependent clause

• independent clause

I had a huge cup of coffee before I went to school.

• dependent clause

• independent clause

We had a great time after the weather cleared.

• dependent clause

• independent clause

Everything was fine until Sally came along.

• dependent clause

• independent clause

Whenever I have a bad day, I call my best friend.

• dependent clause

• independent clause