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 complete sentence. It has a subject and a verb.

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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 complete sentence. It has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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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. Examples include 'because', 'although', and 'since'.

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Give an example of an independent clause.

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I enjoy reading books.

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Give an example of a dependent clause.

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Although I enjoy reading books.

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What is the purpose of a comma before a subordinating conjunction?

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A comma is used before a subordinating conjunction when the dependent clause comes before the independent clause.

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When do you not use a comma with a dependent clause?

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You do not use a comma when the dependent clause comes after the independent clause.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'We went to the park because it was sunny.'

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because

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Is 'When it rains' an independent or dependent clause?

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dependent

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Is 'I will go to the store' an independent or dependent clause?

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independent