The Basic Units of a Sentence

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The Basic Units of a Sentence Clauses and Phrases The Basic Units of a Sentence

A group of related words with no Phrase C A group of related words with no subject or verb Examples: Running through the woods After a beautiful snowfall To enjoy the thrilling ride

A group of related words with a subject and verb Clause A group of related words with a subject and verb

1. Independent Clause Makes sense all by itself Can stand alone Is a simple sentence

Examples: Julia liked eating hamburgers and French fries. The play was funny. I missed the big game.

2. Dependent Clause Does not express a complete thought Cannot stand alone Introduced by a dependent word

Dependent words Page 484 in textbook after before if unless although while until Who which that

Examples: Although Julie liked eating French fries Because the play was funny After I missed the big game

Practice: DC, IC, or Phrase? Because I was sick and missed the game Please, eat your supper! Stop! After a great evening When Harry and Sally were young