Select the dependent clause.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to identify the dependent clause within a provided sentence about St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow. The response will focus on distinguishing clauses based on their grammatical roles.
Answer
'if architect and preservationist Pyotr Baranovsky had not fought Stalin's plans for its demolition.'
The dependent clause is 'if architect and preservationist Pyotr Baranovsky had not fought Stalin's plans for its demolition.'
Answer for screen readers
The dependent clause is 'if architect and preservationist Pyotr Baranovsky had not fought Stalin's plans for its demolition.'
More Information
A dependent clause starts with a subordinating conjunction like 'if' and cannot stand alone as a complete thought.
Tips
Common mistakes include confusing dependent clauses with phrases or not identifying the subordinating conjunction.
Sources
- Identifying Dependent and Independent Clauses - Purdue OWL - owl.purdue.edu
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