Understanding Phrases, Clauses, and Finite Verbs

What is the main difference between a phrase and a clause?

• A phrase contains a finite verb, while a clause does not.

• A clause contains a finite verb, while a phrase does not.

• A phrase is longer than a clause.

• A clause is always a complete sentence.

Which of the following is an example of a finite verb?

• Swimming

• Running

• To run

• Competed

What makes a verb finite?

• It is always in the past tense.

• It always ends in -ing.

• It can take a subject and make sense in a sentence.

• It can stand alone without a subject.

Which of the following is NOT a finite verb?

• Competed

• To prove

• Was raining

• Insisted

How can you identify a phrase?

• It does not contain a finite verb.

• It is always a complete sentence.

• It always starts with a preposition.

• It contains a finite verb.