1. Kinds of Clauses
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2. Independent or Main Clause
group of words with a subject and a predicate. It expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence.

3. Examples of Independent Clauses
The beach is a lot of fun.
All of us went to the movie.
I went to the mall.
He went to the park.
I really wanted potato soup.
Today is Thursday.

4. You can choose one of two methods:
How do we join Independent Clauses
You can choose one of two methods:
Join two independent clauses with a semicolon.
2. Join two independent clauses with a comma and coordinating conjunction.

5. How do we join Independent Clauses
You can choose one of two methods:
Join two independent clauses with a semicolon.
Jennifer put a new washer in the bathroom faucet before leaving for the party; Mai figured out how to fix the garbage disposal.

6. How do we join Independent Clauses
You can choose one of two methods:
If you choose to coordinate two independent clauses using a semicolon, you have another option. You may also choose to add a conjunctive adverb (;moreover, ;however, ;consequently, ;indeed, ;nevertheless, ;therefore) followed by e comma. Notice the use of conjunctive adverb can change the meaning of a sentence slightly.
Jennifer put a new washer in the bathroom faucet before leaving for the party; moreover, Mai figured out how to fix the garbage disposal

7. How do we join Independent Clauses
More Examples: Semicolon
1. Jason did not study; hence, he failed the test.
2. You can go when the chores are done; otherwise, you will miss the party.
3. We took blankets for the picnic; also, Sally brought food.
4. The rain was pouring down; still, no one left the beach.
5. You start cooking the steaks; meanwhile, I will make the dessert.

8. How do we join Independent Clauses
Do it yourself: Semicolon, conjunctive adverb
Instructions: Place the proper punctuation in these sentences.
The snow kept Sally from jogging anyway she had homework to do.
2. The dance finished early finally we could get something to eat.
3. It is very hard to learn to swim of course it will be worth it in the end.
4. You need to eat your vegetables otherwise you will not be healthy.

9. Independent Clauses and coordinating conjunctions
Join two independent clauses with a comma and coordinating conjunction. The most used coordinating conjunctions are often (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).
Jennifer put a new washer in the bathroom faucet before leaving for the party, and Mai figured out how to fix the garbage disposal.

10. Do it yourself: Fill in the coordinating conjunction (and, but, for, nor, so, or yet).
1. Spelling is hard for many people. There are techniques for improving spelling.
2. Tony is an excellent student. He received a scholarship.
3. The library is a quiet place to study. Many students prefer to study at home.
4. Some rivers are endangered. Many people are working to protect them.
5. Wear your seatbelt. You might be injured.