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Dependent/Independent Clauses Assessment

Total questions: 115

Worksheet time: 1hrs 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The dog is playing catch.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

2.

When my mother arrives.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

3.

Because I studied hard for my test.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

4.

I was watching my brother play video games.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

5.

Cheetahs are the fastest land animals.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

6.

While I was playing soccer.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

7.
What is the subordinating conjunction?
 
When we visited Paris, we saw the Eiffle Tower.
a)
visited
b)
Paris
c)
Eiffel
d)
when
8.
What is the subordinating conjunction?
 
Unless we get rain soon, the flowers will die.
a)
flowers
b)
unless
c)
die
d)
soon
9.
What is the subordinating conjunction?
 
I will finish my homework after the movie is over.
a)
finish
b)
homework
c)
after
d)
over
10.
Is the blue clause independent or dependent?
Unless we get rain soon, the flowers will die.
a)
dependent
b)
independent
11.
Is the blue clause independent or dependent?
When we visited Paris, we saw the Eiffle Tower.
a)
dependent
b)
independent
12.
Is the blue clause independent or dependent?
I will finish my homework after the movie is over.
a)
dependent
b)
independent
13.
Is the blue clause independent or dependent?
Since it is the weekend, I will sleep until noon.
a)
dependent
b)
independent
14.
What word should the comma be after?
 
If you want to be healthy you should exercise
a)
If
b)
healthy
c)
no comma
15.
What word should the comma be after?
 
Don't feed the animals because they might bite you.
a)
animals
b)
because
c)
no comma
16.
what is a dependent clause?
a)
does not express a complete thought
b)
a complete sentence
c)
a compound sentence
d)
a complete thought
17.
what is an independent clause?
a)
a complete thought that can't stand by itself as a sentence
b)
a complete thought that can stand by itself as a sentence
c)
a simple-complex sentence
d)
 a type of french braid
18.
We like to put up decorations
a)
independent clause
b)
dependent clause
c)
both a dependent and an independent clause
19.
When I was five, I started kindergarten
a)
independent clause
b)
dependent clause
c)
both a dependent and an independent clause
20.
Please listen to my side of the story
a)
independent clause
b)
dependent clause
c)
both a dependent and an independent clause
21.
What word should the comma be after?
 
If you want to be healthy you should exercise
a)
If
b)
healthy
c)
no comma
22.
What word should the comma be after?
 
Although she was tired she couldn't fall asleep.
a)
although
b)
tired
c)
no comma
23.
What word should the comma be after?
 
Don't feed the animals because they might bite you.
a)
animals
b)
because
c)
no comma
24.
What word should the comma be after?
 
I will call my grandmother as soon as I get home.
a)
grandmother
b)
as
c)
no comma
25.
Is the blue clause independent or dependent?
When we visited Paris, we saw the Eiffle Tower.
a)
dependent
b)
independent
26.

Because I like french fries

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

27.

The remaining Avengers -- Thor, Black Widow, Captain America and Bruce Banner.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

28.

Snapchat introduces 3D camera mode to add dimension to selfies.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

29.

When we break these numbers down, we see that the top 20% of smartphone users have daily screen time in excess of 4.5 hours.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

30.

Portland, making national news on a nightly basis.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent clause

31.

Tell if the highlighted part of the sentence is independent or dependent


After eating all the Halloween candy, I feel sick to my stomach.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

32.

Tell if highlighted part of the sentence is independent or dependent.


I have so much homework because I wasn't at school Monday.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

33.

Tell if highlighted part of the sentence is independent or dependent.


Before Christmas season starts, I am excited for Thanksgiving.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

34.

Tell if highlighted part of the sentence is independent or dependent.


David was a skunk for Halloween.

a)

Dependent

b)

Independent

35.

Tell if highlighted part of the sentence is independent or dependent.


While I was out of school on Friday, I went to Little Rock.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

36.

Tell if highlighted part of the sentence is independent or dependent.


You are going to study for you test while I cook dinner.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

37.

Tell if highlighted part of the sentence is independent or dependent.


School is my favorite place because it is so much fun.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

38.

Tell if highlighted part of the sentence is independent or dependent.


Until you finish your homework, you can not go outside.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

39.

Which of the following are coordinating conjunctions?

a)

After

b)

While

c)

But

d)

Since

e)

But

40.

What type of sentence has an independent clause and dependent clause joined together by a subordinating conjunction ?

a)

Simple

b)

Complex

c)

Compound

d)

Complex-Compoud

41.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

Although Kate is a writer, she works nights at a restaurant.

a)

independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

42.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

Unless it stops snowing, you have to stay home.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

43.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

That building is old, and it is drafty.

a)

independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

44.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

Stay with us as long as you want.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

45.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

Although she was better at music, she loved science.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

46.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

My mother loves to ski, while my father hates it.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

47.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

If you adjust the blinds, you won’t be so hot.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

48.

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

The trees move wildly, whenever the wind blows.

a)

The trees move wildly

b)

whenever the wind blows

49.

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

The taxi driver found the restaurant on a street where Libby thought there wasn’t one.

a)

The taxi driver found the restaurant on a street

b)

where Libby thought there wasn’t one

50.

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

Typewriters are a thing of the past since the computer keyboard became popular.

a)

since the computer keyboard became popular

b)

Typewriters are a thing of the past

51.

Identify the underlined clause as either an independent or dependent .

Kate is a writer, but she works nights at a restaurant.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

52.

Identify the underlined clause as either independent or subordinate.

As far as scientists can tell, there is no connection between these two events.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

53.

Identify the underlined clause as either independent or dependent .

We all enjoyed the dinner that Dad cooked for us.

a)

Independent clause

b)

dependent clause

54.

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

Jennifer’s parents encouraged her to get good grades so that she could get into college.

a)

Jennifer’s parents encouraged her to get good grades

b)

so that she could get into college.

55.

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

You must park on the street if the broken gate doesn’t open automatically.

a)

You must park on the street

b)

if the broken gate doesn’t open automatically

56.

This type of clause may contain a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

c)

perfect

d)

complete

57.

TRUE or FALSE: a dependent clause relies on another clause (independent) to create a full sentence.

a)

True

b)

False

58.

Dependent clauses are dependent because of the presence of a ...

a)

marker word (i.e.: because, after, before)

b)

conjunction (i.e.: but, and, yet)

c)

prepositional phrase

d)

verb used in the incorrect tense

59.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Because she had lost her job, she wasn't able to pay her rent.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

60.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

He answered the question as if he knew the answer quite well.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

61.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Because he was often late to school, Joe was behind on his work.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

62.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Shazia could not catch the bus as she was running late.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

63.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

I want to visit the zoo, but the weather forecast looks bad.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

64.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Because of the storm, we couldn't go to the carnival.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

65.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Jenny always takes a nap after she eats lunch.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

66.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Greg is not a Boy Scout; therefore, he won't be going to camp.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

67.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Susan always talks while the movie is playing.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

68.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Ellen didn't complete her homework; therefore, she wasn't allowed to attend the game.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

69.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Aria is 14, but she is in the 10th grade.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

70.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

When I read a novel, I look for careful attention to detail.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

71.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

If you subscribe to this online service, you will need a password.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

72.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

Because supplies were limited, the store ran out of the sale item quickly.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

73.

A sentence will _________ have a dependent clause.

a)

always

b)

sometimes

c)

never

74.

A sentence will ________ have an independent clause.

a)

always

b)

sometimes

c)

never

75.

This type of clause contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

c)

complete

d)

special

76.
A clause is
a)
A group of words that is used as a single part of speech. It does not contain BOTH a subject and a verb.
b)
A group of words that contains both a subject and a verb. It can stand alone or with another clause.
c)
a word that takes the place of a noun.
d)
a word that is the action or state of being in the sentence.
77.
When the day ends, we can all go home and make cookies.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
78.
I had a huge cup of coffee before I went to school.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
79.
We had a great time after the weather cleared.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
80.
Whenever I have a bad day, I call my best friend.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
81.
Whenever I have a bad day, I call my best friend.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
82.
The kitten is very cute, and the puppy is cute too.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
83.
While you were at recess, we were eating cake and ice cream.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
84.
While you were at recess, we were having cake and icecream.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
85.
Unless you are scared of kittens, you should come over to my house.
a)
dependent clause
b)
independent clause
86.

What is an Independent Clause?

a)

Not a complete sentence

b)

Is a complete sentence

c)

Contains only a verb

d)

Contains a subject and a verb

87.

What is a Dependent Clause?

a)

Contains a subject and a verb

b)

Not a complete sentence

c)

Needs more information

d)

Is a complete sentence

e)

Doesn't Contain a verb

88.

Which is the Dependent Clause?


Because my tea was too cold, I heated it up in the microwave.

a)

Because my tea was too cold

b)

I heated it up in the microwave.

89.

Which is the Independent Clause?


You should take your car in for a service because it's starting to make weird noises.

a)

because it's starting to make weird noises.

b)

you should take your car in for a service

90.

Which two are Dependent Clauses?


Since winter is coming, I think I'll knit a warm sweater, because I'm always cold.

a)

I think I'll knit a warm sweater

b)

because I'm always cold

c)

Since winter is coming

91.

Independent or Dependent? She loves fruit desserts like apple pie, peach cobbler, and blueberry crisp.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

92.

Which clause is not like the others?

a)

Clauses are easy to identify if you use your ear.

b)

The ones that sound unfinished are dependent.

c)

If you ask me what I think.

93.

What is a clause?

a)

A group of words that has a subject and a predicate

b)

A group of words

c)

A group of words that has a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete idea

d)

None of the above

94.

All of the words below would make the following clause dependent EXCEPT:


__________ rain continues to fall.

a)

Since

b)

Heavy

c)

If

d)

Because

95.

Which of the following are dependent clauses?

a)

If the team makes the goal.

b)

Although it is sunny outside.

c)

When you purchase new shoes.

d)

All of the above.

96.

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

The taxi driver found the restaurant on a street where Libby thought there wasn’t one.

a)

The taxi driver found the restaurant on a street

b)

where Libby thought there wasn’t one

97.

Do the words in RED form a dependent clause or independent clause?

Tanya did poorly on her history exam because Giselle, her classmate, insisted on gossiping during their study session instead of studying.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

98.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

That building is old and drafty.

a)

independent clause

b)

dependent clause

99.

Do the words in RED form a dependent clause or independent clause?

Rhonda gasped when a six-foot snake slithered across the sidewalk.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

100.

Identify the underlined clause as either independent or dependent.

We all enjoyed the dinner that Dad cooked for us.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

101.

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

The trees move wildly, whenever the wind blows.

a)

The trees move wildly

b)

whenever the wind blows

102.

Do the words in RED form a dependent clause or independent clause?

Tanya did poorly on her history exam because Giselle, her classmate, insisted on gossiping during their study session instead of studying.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

103.

Juan finishes all his homework as soon as he gets home from school.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

104.

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

Tom's teacher gave him a study guide so that he gets a high grade on the test.

a)

Tom's teacher gave him a study guide

b)

so that he gets a high grade on the test.

105.

Identify the underlined clause in as either an independent or dependent clause.

Although she was better at music, she loved science.

a)

Independent clause

b)

Dependent clause

106.

How will I know when it is time to take the barbecued tofu out of the oven?

a)

independent

b)

dependent

107.

What is required of a complete sentence?

a)

only a subject and a verb

b)

a subject, a verb, and a complete thought

c)

a verb and a coordinating conjunction

d)

a subject

108.

Which of these is a dependent clause?

a)

even after chasing the cat

b)

the dog sleeps a lot

c)

the dogs sniffs along the fence

d)

the dog watches the sheep

109.

Identify the underlined clause as either an independent or dependent clause.

My mother loves to ski, while my father hates it.

a)

Independent clause

b)

dependent

110.

Add an independent clause to the following clauses to complete the meaning.

Because they were hungry,

4 lines
111.

Add an independent clause to the following clauses to complete the meaning.

Since we studied all night, ............................................................... .

4 lines
112.

Add an independent clause to the following dependent one to complete the meaning.

When Jim and Daniel went to to the park, ............................................... .

4 lines
113.

Add an independent clause to the following dependent one to complete the meaning.

If he forgets his homework, .................................. .

4 lines
114.

David broke the vase when he was six years old.

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

115.

Aria, James, and Daniel are having a grammar debate. They are stuck on the concept of a dependent clause. Can you help them? What exactly is a dependent clause?

a)

A dependent clause is a group of words that does not contain a subject or a verb.

b)

A dependent clause is a group of words that modifies a noun in the main clause.

c)

A dependent clause is a group of words that can function as a complete sentence.

d)

A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but cannot function as a complete sentence.

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