Difference Between Dependent & Independent Clauses

1. Dependent &
Independent Clauses
Anadil, Maha,
Raveena

2. Content
• Introduction to Clauses
• Independent Clauses
• Dependent Clauses
• Difference Between Dependent &
Independent Clauses
• Connecting Dependent &
Independent Clauses
• Complex Sentences
• Conclusion
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3. Hello Guys Have You Heard About
Clauses
NO??

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Subject Verb
+ = Clauses
A Group of words that contains a subject & a verb

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Dependent Clause Independent Clause
A clauses that expresses a
complete thought & can stand
alone
A clauses that cannot stand by
itself as a sentence

6. Example & Importance of Clauses
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Example of Independent Clauses
1. Jane ate Pasta
2. Sam went to the
park
Example of Dependent Clauses
1. Because she was hungry
2. After he finished School
Importance & Functions
1. Express complete thoughts
2. Can convey information
Independently
Importance & Functions
1. Express Incomplete thoughts
2. Can convey information Dependently

7. Difference Between Dependent & Independent
Clauses
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Structure
(Independent)
Independent:
Subject + Verb
Structure
(Dependent)
Dependent:
Subject + Verb
(but incomplete)
Meaning & Purpose
(Independent)
Independent:
Express complete
thoughts
Example:
I will go to the store
Meaning & Purpose
(Dependent)
Dependent: Provide
additional information,
dependent on the main
clause
Example:
If it stops raining, I will
go to the store

8. Connecting Dependent & Independent Clauses
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and, but, or, so, far, nor, yet
Examples
1. Because it was raining, we stayed indoors.
2. If you study hard, you will pass the exam
3. Although it was raining, they decided to go
for a walk
Coordinate
Conjunction
Subordinating Conjunction
Although, because, if, since, when, while
Examples
1. I like to read, and she enjoys painting
2. I’m making presentation but Mariyam
is playing badminton
3. I haven’t prepared presentation yet, I
will make it tomorrow

9. Complex Sentences
Definition & Formation
• Combining independent and dependent clauses
Advantage & Usage
• Although it was late, she stayed up to finish her
project.
• I will go to the store if I have enough time.
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Examples
• Allows for more complex and nuanced expressions
• Provides clearer relationships between ideas

10. Clauses are the building blocks of sentences.
Independent clauses can stand alone, while dependent clauses rely on the main clause.
Coordinating and subordinating conjunctions connect clauses.
Complex sentences combine independent and dependent clauses.
Importance of Understanding Clauses
Enhances writing and communication skills
Provides clarity and coherence in sentences and paragraphs
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Conclusion
Recap Key Points

11. Thank you Any Questions??