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English Bellwork

English Bellwork. Independent and Dependent Clauses. Monday, August 28. Directions: Write out the two definitions and example. 1. independent clause- a group of words with a subject and verb that can stand alone as a sentence.

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English Bellwork

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  1. English Bellwork Independent and Dependent Clauses

  2. Monday, August 28 Directions: Write out the two definitions and example. • 1. independent clause- a group of words with a subject and verb that can stand alone as a sentence. • 2. dependent clause- a group of words with a subject and verb. It does not express a complete thought so it can't stand alone as a sentence. • 3. Example: As I was running, I slipped on a banana peel.

  3. Tuesday, August 29 Directions: Write out the sentences and underline the dependent clause in each. Then answer question #3. • 1. When Kara caught sight of her ex-boyfriend Rob, she cringed. • 2. When the snow finally stopped we went outside to play. • 3. What do these sentences with dependent clauses have in common?

  4. Wednesday, August 30th Directions: Identify phrases as an “independent clause” (IC) or a “dependent clause” (DC). • 1. A bad check is called bad because there is no money in your account to pay for it. • 2. If you have little or no money left, you cannot write any more checks. • 3. A bank charges an extra fee whenever your funds won’t cover your checks. • 4. Before Andrew opened his checking account, he asked about the bank’s fees.

  5. Thursday, August 31st • Read the sentences and write the word that creates the dependent clause. • 1. I was hit by a pick-up truck while I was riding my bike. • 2. After ten days in the hospital, I was told I could go home. • 3. The doctor said not to put any weight on my leg and that I would need therapy.

  6. Friday, September 1st Directions: Add in an independent clause to make a complete sentence. Then answer #3’s question. • 1. with only five seconds left until the final buzzer will sound • 2. to boost the fan’s excitement and team spirit • 3. What is the big difference between an independent and dependent clause?

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