Let’s go through each sentence one by one and find the
dependent clause. Remember, a dependent clause has a subject and a verb but doesn’t make sense on its own — it needs the rest of the sentence to be complete.
We’ll underline just the part that can’t stand alone.
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1. I went to the store even though I didn’t really need anything.
→ “even though I didn’t really need anything” is the dependent clause. It starts with “even though,” which makes it depend on the first part.
2. When I saw Janet, she was on her bicycle.
→ “When I saw Janet” is the dependent clause. It tells us *when* something happened, but isn’t a full sentence by itself.
3. So that we can all have some, I made extra cookies.
→ “So that we can all have some” is the dependent clause. It explains *why*, but can’t stand alone.
4. The dog likes the cat although the cat has mixed feelings.
→ “although the cat has mixed feelings” is the dependent clause. “Although” shows contrast, but this part alone isn’t a full thought.
5. Before I commit to anything, tell me all the details.
→ “Before I commit to anything” is the dependent clause. It sets up a condition for the main action.
6. I am looking forward to my new job, which I expect to enjoy.
→ “which I expect to enjoy” is the dependent clause. It adds info about the job, but can’t stand alone.
7. Until the bell rang, I worked on my paper.
→ “Until the bell rang” is the dependent clause. It tells us *how long*, but isn’t complete by itself.
8. I won’t go to the dance unless you go with me.
→ “unless you go with me” is the dependent clause. “Unless” introduces a condition — it depends on the first part.
9. If you’re going to the kitchen, please bring me some water.
→ “If you’re going to the kitchen” is the dependent clause. It’s a condition — not a full sentence alone.
10. Only if we feel like it will we go out later.
→ “Only if we feel like it” is the dependent clause. It sets a condition for going out.
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Final Answer:
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 independent clause worksheet.
