Independent or Dependent Clause

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a complete sentence. It has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

Front

What is a dependent clause?

Back

A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

Front

Example of an independent clause.

Back

I forgot my homework.

Front

Example of a dependent clause.

Back

Before our Halloween party on Friday.

Front

What is the main difference between independent and dependent clauses?

Back

The main difference is that independent clauses can stand alone as sentences, while dependent clauses cannot.

Front

Identify the clause: 'Since I went to the football game to see you yesterday.'

Back

Dependent Clause.

Front

Identify the clause: 'We cannot go anywhere.'

Back

Independent Clause.

Front

What does it mean for a clause to be dependent?

Back

It means the clause relies on an independent clause to form a complete sentence.

Front

Can a dependent clause start a sentence?

Back

Yes, a dependent clause can start a sentence, but it must be followed by an independent clause to make sense.

Front

What punctuation is used when a dependent clause comes before an independent clause?

Back

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