Independent and Dependent Clauses

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What is an independent clause?

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

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What is a dependent clause?

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

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Example of an independent clause:

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"I like to play outside."

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Example of a dependent clause:

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"Because it was raining."

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Can an independent clause be a complete sentence?

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Yes, an independent clause can be a complete sentence.

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Can a dependent clause be a complete sentence?

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No, a dependent clause cannot be a complete sentence.

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What connects independent and dependent clauses?

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They are often connected by subordinating conjunctions like 'because', 'although', or 'if'.

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Identify the clause: "Although I was tired"

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Dependent clause.

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Identify the clause: "She went to the store."

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Independent clause.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause.