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Independent or Dependent Clause?

  •  English    15     Public
    Students practice the differences between independent and dependent clauses
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  • I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.
    two independent clauses
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  • She loves reading fantasy novels, and he prefers science fiction.
    two independent clauses
  •  15
  • We baked cookies, so the house smells amazing.
    two independent clauses
  •  15
  • They studied hard for the exam, yet they were still nervous.
    two independent clauses
  •  15
  • He can drive us to the beach, or we can take the bus.
    two independent clauses
  •  15
  • I’ll call you when I get home.
    1 independent clause + 1 dependent clause
  •  15
  • She couldn’t finish her homework because the power went out.
    1 independent clause + 1 dependent clause
  •  15
  • We’ll start dinner after Dad arrives.
    1 independent clause + 1 dependent clause
  •  15
  • He passed the test even though it was difficult.
    1 independent clause + 1 dependent clause
  •  25
  • The kids played outside until it got dark.
    1 independent clause + 1 dependent clause
  •  20
  • Although it was cold, they went swimming.
    1 dependent clause + 1 independent clause
  •  25
  • When the bell rings, we’ll head to class.
    1 dependent clause + 1 independent clause
  •  15
  • Because she missed the bus, she was late for school.
    1 dependent clause + 1 independent clause
  •  25
  • If you need help, just raise your hand.
    1 dependent clause + 1 independent clause
  •  15
  • While I was cooking, the phone rang.
    1 dependent clause + 1 independent clause
  •  15