Question

Which description defines a dependent clause? A: it contains a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone B: it expresses a complete thought C: it can stand alone as a sentence D: it is a group of words containing a subject or a verb but not both

Answer 1

The correct description that defines a dependent clause is:

**A: it contains a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone.**

Dependent clauses are incomplete thoughts that rely on an independent clause to provide context and meaning.