Clauses. Grammar lesson about clauses pptx

Grammar

1. Clauses

2. A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb

3. C lauses are two types Independent Clause Dependent Clause

4. Independent clause An independent clause (also called a main clause) can stand by itself as a complete sentence. Every sentence must contain at least one independent clause. Kate is a writer , but she works nights at a restaurant. independent clause (independent clause)

5. subordinate clause • A subordinate clause (also called a dependent clause), although it has a subject and a verb, cannot stand by itself as a complete sentence Kate is a writer , but she works nights at a restaurant . independent clause independent clause

6. PRACTICE (A) Distinguishing Independent and Subordinate Clauses Read each sentence. Then, circle either independent or subordinate, depending upon whether the underlined section is an independent clause or a subordinate clause. I don’t think he even knew that I was there. Independent / subordinate 2. I would like to go, but I don’t have enough money. Independent / subordinate 3 . My father , who has been gone for a week, will be home today . independent / subordinate