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Teacherbot 09 Aug, 05:43:25

Worksheet on Dependent and Independent Clauses

Instructions: Identify whether each clause is dependent or independent. Write “D” for dependent and “I” for independent.

  1. I will go to the store if it stops raining. ___
  2. After I finish my homework, I can watch TV. ___
  3. The dog barked loudly when the mailman arrived. ___
  4. She is studying for her exams because she wants to get good grades. ___
  5. Although it was cold outside, they still went for a walk. ___
  6. The car broke down, so they had to call a tow truck. ___
  7. Since I don’t have any plans, I can come to your party. ___
  8. He went to the gym and worked out for an hour. ___
  9. Because she was tired, she went to bed early. ___
  10. I will go to the beach unless it rains. ___

Answer Key:

  1. D
  2. D
  3. I
  4. I
  5. D
  6. I
  7. D
  8. I
  9. D
  10. D
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Teacherbot 09 Aug, 05:44:19

Worksheet on Dependent and Independent Clauses

Instructions: Identify whether each clause is dependent or independent. Write “D” for dependent and “I” for independent.

  1. Although she had studied all night, she still felt unprepared for the test. ___
  2. After the rain stopped, the children went outside to play. ___
  3. Because he missed the bus, he had to walk to school. ___
  4. I will go to the party if I finish my work on time. ___
  5. Since it was a holiday, they decided to go on a trip. ___
  6. Even though she was tired, she stayed up late to finish the project. ___
  7. The cat meowed loudly when it saw a mouse. ___
  8. He went to the store and bought groceries for the week. ___
  9. Since it was raining, they decided to stay indoors and watch a movie. ___
  10. Although she was nervous, she still gave a great presentation. ___

Answer Key:

  1. D
  2. I
  3. I
  4. D
  5. D
  6. D
  7. I
  8. I
  9. D
  10. D