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What is an independent clause?

• A phrase that lacks a subject.

• A phrase that lacks a verb.

• A group of words that can stand alone as a complete sentence.

• A group of words that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

What is a key characteristic of a dependent clause?

• It always expresses a complete thought.

• It can stand alone as a sentence.

• It cannot stand alone as a sentence, even if it contains a subject and a verb.

• It lacks both a subject and a verb.

Which of the following words is an example of a subordinating conjunction that can introduce a dependent clause?

• And

• But

• Because

• Or

Are you enjoying the video lesson?

• Yes

• No

Which of the following is an example of a dependent clause?

• The bear roared.

• Maureen pointed out the monster.

• While the salmon flopped.

• That's not our pet rabbit.