Independent and Dependent Clauses

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a complete thought that can stand alone as a sentence.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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Identify the following: 'Cheetahs are the fastest land animals.'

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Independent Clause

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What is the role of a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Provide an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples include 'when', 'because', 'although', 'if', etc.

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What is the function of a comma in complex sentences?

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A comma is used to separate the independent clause from the dependent clause when the dependent clause comes first.

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In the sentence 'If you want to be healthy, you should exercise', where should the comma be placed?

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The comma should be placed after 'healthy'.

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What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause?

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An independent clause expresses a complete thought and can stand alone, while a dependent clause does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone.

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What is an example of an independent clause?

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An example of an independent clause is 'She enjoys reading books.'

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What is an example of a dependent clause?

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An example of a dependent clause is 'Although she was tired'.