To solve this problem, we need to understand the differences between
Dependent Clauses (DC) and
Independent Clauses (IC). Here's a brief overview:
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Independent Clause (IC): A clause that can stand alone as a complete sentence because it expresses a complete thought. It has both a subject and a verb.
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Dependent Clause (DC): A clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence because it does not express a complete thought. It often begins with a subordinating conjunction or a relative pronoun and depends on an independent clause to form a complete sentence.
Now, let's fill in the blanks based on these definitions:
1. ________ has a subject
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Answer: Both (B)
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Explanation: Both dependent clauses and independent clauses have a subject.
2. ________ has a verb
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Answer: Both (B)
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Explanation: Both dependent clauses and independent clauses have a verb.
3. ________ has a subject and verb
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Answer: Both (B)
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Explanation: Both dependent clauses and independent clauses have both a subject and a verb.
4. ________ is a complete thought
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Answer: Independent Clause (IC)
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Explanation: An independent clause expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence.
5. ________ is not a complete thought
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Answer: Dependent Clause (DC)
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Explanation: A dependent clause does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.
6. ________ is a fragment
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Answer: Dependent Clause (DC)
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Explanation: A dependent clause is often considered a fragment when it stands alone because it does not express a complete thought.
7. ________ begins with a relative pronoun or subordinating conjunction
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Answer: Dependent Clause (DC)
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Explanation: Dependent clauses typically begin with words like "because," "although," "since," "who," "which," etc., which are relative pronouns or subordinating conjunctions.
8. ________ is the same thing as a simple sentence
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Answer: Independent Clause (IC)
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Explanation: A simple sentence consists of one independent clause.
9. ________ a complex sentence contains at least one
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Answer: Dependent Clause (DC)
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Explanation: A complex sentence contains at least one independent clause and one dependent clause.
Final Answer:
1. B
2. B
3. B
4. IC
5. DC
6. DC
7. DC
8. IC
9. DC
$$
\boxed{B, B, B, IC, DC, DC, DC, IC, DC}
$$
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of independent clause and dependent clause worksheet.
