Independent and Dependent Clauses
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English
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4th - 7th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
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.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a dependent clause?
Back
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.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a subordinating conjunction?
Back
A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'because', 'when', 'unless', and 'although'.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an independent clause.
Back
I enjoy reading books.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of a dependent clause.
Back
Although I enjoy reading books.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?
Back
A comma is used to separate ideas, items in a list, or clauses to clarify meaning.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where should the comma be placed in the sentence: 'If you want to be healthy you should exercise'?
Back
The comma should be placed after 'healthy': 'If you want to be healthy, you should exercise'.
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