Question

differentiate between dependent and independent clauses? give five example for each.

Answer 1

DEPENDENT CLAUSE - A dependent clause has a subject and verb, but it does not express a complete thought. Therefore, a dependent clause cannot stand alone as a full sentence. 

INDEPENDENT CLAUSE-An independent clause, which is another name for “main clause,” has a subject and verb, and it expresses a complete thought. Therefore, an independent clause can stand alone as a full sentence.

EXAMPLES OF DEPENDENT CLAUSES- 
1.He finally finished his novel, after months of research.
2.The trophy goes to whoever wins the race.
3.While I was asleep, the cat knocked over the plant.
4.A helium nucleus has two protons, whereas hydrogen has only one.
5.I can’t figure out why she said that.


EXAMPLES OF INDEPENDENT CLAUSES-
1.I enjoy sitting by the fireplace and reading.
2.Waiting to have my car’s oil changed is boring.
3.She wants to travel the world and see wonderful sights.
4.Our planets revolve around the sun.
5.The professor always comes to class fully prepared.