Question
Both independent and dependent clauses
express complete thoughts.
have a subject and verb.
do not express complete thoughts.
do not have a subject but do have a verb.
express complete thoughts.
have a subject and verb.
do not express complete thoughts.
do not have a subject but do have a verb.
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Independent and dependent clauses both have a subject and a verb. However, they differ in that independent clauses express complete thoughts, while dependent clauses do not express complete thoughts. Therefore, the correct characteristics are:
- **Independent clauses**: express complete thoughts and have a subject and verb.
- **Dependent clauses**: do not express complete thoughts but still have a subject and a verb.
So, the correct answer from your options would be: "have a subject and verb."
- **Independent clauses**: express complete thoughts and have a subject and verb.
- **Dependent clauses**: do not express complete thoughts but still have a subject and a verb.
So, the correct answer from your options would be: "have a subject and verb."