Studied hard, felt unprepared, chased mouse, saw interesting things, tired but finished assignment, will go to beach when rain stops.
Create 15 sentences for students to practice identifying independent and dependent clauses.
1. Because I studied hard, I did well on the test.
2. Although I studied hard, I still felt unprepared.
3. Before I left the room, I remembered to turn off the lights.
4. Although I was nervous, I still gave a good presentation.
5. While I was tidying up the kitchen, I noticed a mouse.
6. The mouse scurried away before I could catch it.
7. I chased the mouse until it disappeared.
8. I went to the store after I finished my chores.
9. The store opened an hour ago.
10. Since I went to the store, I’ve seen several interesting things.
11. When I finally made it home, it was already dark.
12. Although I was tired, I still managed to complete my assignment.
13. After I finished my assignment, I went to bed.
14. We will go to the beach once the rain stops.
15. Although I wanted to stay for the whole day, I had to go.