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Phrases & Clauses

Total questions: 46

Worksheet time: 23mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Once I finish the test

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

2.

Whenever she sees me

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

3.

While I was sleeping

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

4.

Because you laughed

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

5.

Because of you

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

6.

My dog splashed into the mud puddle

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

7.

After my dog went for a swim

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

8.

Because Tessa got a raise at work

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

9.

Bill likes to jog

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

10.

To the running stream

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

11.

I don't know the answer

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

12.

Since the last time he visited

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

13.

I should have taken her with us to the water park

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

14.

In a dark and dangerous hallway

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

15.

In the classroom

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

16.

The dog's tail wags swiftly

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

17.

Until you finish your chore of raking the leaves

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

18.

Mrs. Faulkner's Stitch plushie

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

19.

If I need to call you

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

20.

I really am interested in learning more about penguins, although they don’t live around here.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

21.

I couldn’t attend the basketball game at school because it was my grandfather’s birthday.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

22.

If everything goes according to my plan, I will get a new puppy for Christmas this year.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

23.

When I made the football team, I called my grandfather to tell him all about it.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

24.

When the soccer game began, fans found their way to their seats.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

25.

Lois wants me to come to her birthday party because I am her best friend.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

26.

Will you turn off that water since you are not using it?

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

27.

After I accidentally broke Kevin’s video game, my mom took me to the store to replace it.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

28.

Since I am finished with my homework, can I go to Morgan’s house?

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

29.

Our family often orders pizza for dinner because Mom has to work late.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

30.

Because our class is going to the zoo, I get to take my camera to school.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

31.

If you liked that movie, you should see the sequel!

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

32.

When I broke my leg skiing, Tara carried my books to class for me.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

33.

While I was cleaning my room, my sister went shopping with Mom.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

34.

Opening the gate, Jose let his dog into the yard.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Independent Clause that contains a Phrase

35.

It is too bad that Ms. Fraser will stop teaching.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

36.

After listening to the students, Mr. Johnson changed his mind about the assignment.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

37.

After the game, the team went out for ice cream.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

38.

Vicky's dog went missing on the last stormy night.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

39.

They all started walking toward the mall.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

40.

Chelsea was waiting in front of the movie theater.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

41.

Whenever I don't have any homework, I like to go for a bike ride after school.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

42.

If the story doesn't have any vampires in it, Katie won't read it.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

43.

This job would be fun if the boss was nicer.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

44.

There could be a problem if our pitcher is late for the game.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

45.

In the art supplies cupboard, you should find the brushes you need.

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase

46.

Did you look for your binder under your bed?

a)

Phrase

b)

Dependent Clause

c)

Independent Clause

d)

Dependent Clause that contains a Phrase