Lesson #15 ‒Independent and Dependent Clauses
An ​
independent clause​
is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a
complete thought. An independent clause is a sentence that can stand on its own.
Example: I wrote an english essay.
A​
dependent clause​
is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a
complete thought. A dependent clause cannot stand on its own and must be combined with an
independent clause to become a complete sentence.
Example: When I wrote an english essay
A​
marker​
word​
​
is a word added to the beginning of an independent clause that turns it into a
dependent clause.
Examples: After, although, when, because, if, though etc.
Underline the independent clause in the following sentences. Circle the dependent clause.
1.
I walk to the mall everyday because I like to shop.
2.
Although we didn’t have any money, we went into the pizza parlor to convince the owner
to give us food.
3.
I am going to the party since I am invited.
Write two sentences that feature a dependent clause in addition to an independent clause.
1.
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2.
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Write a sentence that features only an independent clause.
1.
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Can you think of any other marker words to help you identify dependent clauses?