1. Identifying Independent and Dependent Clauses
Grammar Bellringer #25
Identifying Independent and Dependent Clauses
Practice #4

2. Practice _____ Unless my friend invites me
Write each clause below on your paper. Identify by putting a (DC) for dependent and an (IC) for independent. Circle any subordinate conjunctions that begin a dependent clause.
_____ Unless my friend invites me
2._____ Leave the phone on the table
3._____ Before I make the decorations
4._____ Can I make some cookies
5. _____ Whichever movie you prefer
6._____ Although the bell rang for class

3. Practice
Write each sentence below and complete the following.
1. Label: 1 line =dependent clause 2 lines= independent clause
2. Circle any subordinate conjunctions that begin a dependent clause
3. Punctuate accordingly.
1.Certain freedoms may be compromised whenever a country goes to war so that others can live in a democracy.
2. My friends decided to leave the movies, but they forgot to bring their car keys.
3. However although the candidate wasn’t elected he had a good reputation while he was in office.
4. When I forgot my homework for English my teacher lowered my grade in her class.