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A clause is a group of words that has a subject and a predicate (verb). A clause can function as a sentence by itself or as a part of a sentence.

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1 A clause is a group of words that has a subject and a predicate (verb). A clause can function as a sentence by itself or as a part of a sentence.

2 Main Clause A main clause: Has a subject and predicate; Expresses a complete thought; Is the only type of clause that can stand alone as a sentence; Is also known as an “independent clause.”

3 Main Clause (continued) Every sentence must have at least one main clause. Examples The curtain rose. The cast bowed, and the audience clapped. Both the subject and the predicate of a main clause may be compound. The actors and crew smiled and bowed, and the audience cheered and clapped.

4 Subordinate Clause A subordinate clause: Is also called a “dependent clause”; Has a subject and a predicate but does not express a complete thought, so it cannot stand alone as a sentence.

5 Subordinate Clause (continued) There are 3 types of subordinate clauses: Adjective clauses- modify ___________ or ____________. Adverb clauses- modify ________, ____________, or _________________. Noun clauses- function as nouns. A subordinating conjunction or relative pronoun usually introduces a subordinate clause. Example When the dog barked, a baby cried.


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