Task: Identify and underline the dependent clauses in each sentence.
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Definition Recap:
- A
dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It often begins with subordinating conjunctions (e.g., "even though," "since," "because," "although," "before," "until," etc.) or relative pronouns (e.g., "which," "who," "that").
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Solution:
Let's analyze each sentence and identify the dependent clauses:
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1.
I went to the store even though I didn't really need anything.
- Dependent clause:
even though I didn't really need anything
2.
When I saw Janet, she was on her bicycle.
- Dependent clause:
When I saw Janet
3.
So that we can all have some, I made extra cookies.
- Dependent clause:
So that we can all have some
4.
The dog likes the cat although the cat has mixed feelings.
- Dependent clause:
although the cat has mixed feelings
5.
Before I commit to anything, tell me all the details.
- Dependent clause:
Before I commit to anything
6.
I am looking forward to my new job, which I expect to enjoy.
- Dependent clause:
which I expect to enjoy
7.
Until the bell rang, I worked on my paper.
- Dependent clause:
Until the bell rang
8.
I won't go to the dance unless you go with me.
- Dependent clause:
unless you go with me
9.
If you're going to the kitchen, please bring me some water.
- Dependent clause:
If you're going to the kitchen
10.
Only if we feel like it will we go out later.
- Dependent clause:
Only if we feel like it
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Final Answer:
Underline the following parts in each sentence as the dependent clauses:
1.
even though I didn't really need anything
2.
When I saw Janet
3.
So that we can all have some
4.
although the cat has mixed feelings
5.
Before I commit to anything
6.
which I expect to enjoy
7.
Until the bell rang
8.
unless you go with me
9.
If you're going to the kitchen
10.
Only if we feel like it
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\text{
1. even though I didn't really need anything \\
2. When I saw Janet \\
3. So that we can all have some \\
4. although the cat has mixed feelings \\
5. Before I commit to anything \\
6. which I expect to enjoy \\
7. Until the bell rang \\
8. unless you go with me \\
9. If you're going to the kitchen \\
10. Only if we feel like it
}}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of identifying independent and dependent clauses worksheet.
