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A single
independent clause can be a sentence, by itself. However, dependent clauses are used
to make sentences more complete and more interesting. Using conjunctions and proper
punctuation, dependent and independent clauses can be joined together to create
interesting and complex compound sentences that are fun and engaging to read.
Independent clauses can be quite complex, but the important thing to remember is that
they stand on their own and make sense alone.
For more examples of independent clauses, check out Examples of Independent
Clauses.
Dependent clauses can become more complex if we add subjects, objects, and
modifying phrases:
Jim, who likes books, read a book.
Jim is the subject.
"Who likes to read" is a dependent clause that modifies Jim. It contains "likes" which
is a verb.
Read is a verb.
A book is the object.
Like independent clauses, a dependent clause can also be complex. The important thing
to remember is that the dependent clause does not stand on its own as a complete
thought.
For more examples of dependent clauses, check out Examples of Dependent Clauses.