Clauses Flashcards

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What is a clause?

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A clause is a group of words that include a subject and a verb

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An Independent Clause

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Expresses a complete idea and can stand on its own as a complete sentence

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What is a Dependent Clause?

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A dependent clause does not express a complete sentence and cannot stand on its own

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What is a Complex Sentence?

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A sentence that includes at least one independent and dependent clause

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