What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause?(1 point)

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An independent clause forms a complete sentence, while a dependent clause does not.
An independent clause forms a complete sentence, while a dependent clause does not.

A dependent clause forms a complete sentence, while an independent clause does not.
A dependent clause forms a complete sentence, while an independent clause does not.

A dependent clause includes a subject and a verb, while an independent clause does not.
A dependent clause includes a subject and a verb, while an independent clause does not.

An independent clause includes a subject and a verb, while a dependent clause does not.

Drag each item to indicate whether it is an independent clause or a dependent clause.(2 points)
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Independent Clause Dependent Clause

What is a relative clause?(1 point)
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a clause that modifies a noun in the independent clause
a clause that modifies a noun in the independent clause

a clause that does not form a sentence
a clause that does not form a sentence

a clause that forms a sentence
a clause that forms a sentence

a clause that modifies a verb in the independent clause

Which sentence contains a noun clause?(1 point)
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Whenever I walk my dog, I make sure to clean up after her.
Whenever I walk my dog, I make sure to clean up after her.

If you don’t limit your screen time, you could damage your vision.
If you don’t limit your screen time, you could damage your vision.

Job recruiters want to know what unique qualities a potential hire has.
Job recruiters want to know what unique qualities a potential hire has.

Sprinters need to drink a lot of water while they train.

Which sentence contains an adverbial clause?(1 point)
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I want to visit a beach in California, where I can enjoy the waves.
I want to visit a beach in California, where I can enjoy the waves.

Many people love vanilla ice cream, which happens to be my favorite flavor.
Many people love vanilla ice cream, which happens to be my favorite flavor.

Make sure to print out your ticket before you go to the theater.
Make sure to print out your ticket before you go to the theater.

Whether students have enough time to rest depends on how much homework they’re assigned.

1 answer

Difference Between Independent Clause and Dependent Clause

Response: An independent clause forms a complete sentence, while a dependent clause does not.

Classification of Clauses

Independent Clause:

  • (none given)

Dependent Clause:

  • (You can include any dependent clauses that you might want to classify. E.g., "Although he was tired, ...")

What is a Relative Clause?

Response: A clause that modifies a noun in the independent clause.

Sentence Containing a Noun Clause

Response: Job recruiters want to know what unique qualities a potential hire has.

Sentence Containing an Adverbial Clause

Response: Make sure to print out your ticket before you go to the theater.