5 Questions
Which of the following is an example of an independent clause?
Jim studied in the Sweet Shop for his chemistry quiz.
Which of the following is an example of a dependent clause?
When you want to use commas and semicolons in sentences.
What is the purpose of recognizing dependent and independent clauses?
To determine if a sentence is a fragment or not.
What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause?
An independent clause is a sentence, while a dependent clause cannot be a sentence.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an independent clause?
Cannot be a fragment.
Test your knowledge of independent and dependent clauses with this quiz from Purdue University's Online Writing Lab (OWL). Learn how to use commas and semicolons correctly in sentences and improve your sentence structure.
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