What is an Independent Clause?
Worksheet
A clause is a group of words that contains a verb and its
subject.
There are two kinds of clauses, independent and
dependent.
An independent clause expresses a complete thought and
can stand by itself as a sentence.
A dependent clause does not express a complete thought
Directions: Underline the independent clause in each sentence
below.
Example A: If you work on Saturday, you will not have time.
Answer: If you work on Saturday, you will not have time.
1. Because he ran, he was able to catch the bus.
2. Until the sun sets, I will stay with you.
3. As the lights dim, I will say good-bye.
4. Wherever he might go, I will follow him.
5. So long as you know, I will be waiting for you.
6. Before the food gets cold, you should eat it.
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Answers:
1. Because he ran, he was able to catch the bus.
2. Until the sun sets, I will stay with you.
3. As the lights dim, I will say good-bye.
4. Wherever he might go, I will follow him.
5. So long as you know, I will be waiting for you.
6. Before the food gets cold, you should eat it.
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