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What is the primary characteristic of a clause?
What is the primary characteristic of a clause?
Which statement best describes a principal clause?
Which statement best describes a principal clause?
Identify the example of a subordinate clause from the options below.
Identify the example of a subordinate clause from the options below.
Which of the following sentences contains a principal clause?
Which of the following sentences contains a principal clause?
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What distinguishes a subordinate clause from a principal clause?
What distinguishes a subordinate clause from a principal clause?
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Study Notes
Clauses
- A clause is part of a larger sentence, consisting of a subject and a predicate.
- A simple sentence can be a clause.
- A clause may not convey complete meaning on its own.
- Examples of clauses include: "This is the house where we live," and "He received a parcel which was very big."
Independent (Principal) Clause
- An independent clause expresses complete thought.
- It can stand alone as a complete sentence.
- It is also called a main clause.
- Examples include: "Because she was tired, she went to bed," "When I finish my homework, I will watch TV," and "Although he was busy, he helped me."
Dependent (Subordinate) Clause
- A dependent clause relies on another clause for meaning.
- It cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
- It is also called a subordinate clause.
- Examples include: "If I have time, I'll attend the meeting," "Before I leave, I'll call you," and "When they arrive, we will have dinner."
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Test your knowledge of clauses in English grammar with this quiz. Explore the differences between independent and dependent clauses, and learn to identify their structures and functions in sentences. Perfect for students looking to enhance their grammar skills.
