clause (part 2 of 10)-independent clauses
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By the end of the lesson you will be able to … say what is an Independent clause. say the characteristics of Independent clause. describe the position of the Independent clause in the sentence. mention some independent clause markers. Identify an independent clause.TRANSCRIPT
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Md. Abdul Kader Lecturer
Department of EnglishCambrian College
Mobile: +8801715447430Email :
Welcome to all of you.
English GrammarClass-IX-XII
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Mental Preparation
Independent Clause
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Mental Preparation
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Lesson: Independent
Clause
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Learning Outcome
• say what is an Independent clause.
• say the characteristics of Independent clause.
• describe the position of the Independent clause in the sentence.
• mention some independent clause markers.
• Identify an independent clause.
By the end of
the lesson
you will be able
to …
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WHAT
IS AN
INDEPENDE
NT
CLAUSE???
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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. It can stand alone as a sentence by itself.
Independent Clause
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Example of Independent Clauses
o Rick eats potato chipo Mr. Smith arrived at the
airport early this morning.o We must find a new strategy.o I play basketball.
I don’t need you. I don’t need anybody!
Independent clause
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WHAT
ARE THE
CHARACTERIST
ICS OF AN
INDEPENDENT
CLAUSE???
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Characteristics of Independent clause
1. Have a subject and a predicate 2. Can stand alone as fully functioning
sentence3. When standing alone, an independent
clause is ALWAYS a simple sentence
He is a good man and I know it.
He is a good man.I know it.
and
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WHATIS THE
POSITION OF AN
INDEPENDENT CLAUSE???
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Position of Independent Clause
Independent Clauses can come at the end or at the beginning of a sentence.
Example1.When mother finished her
chores, she went to bed.2.The girl ran to her room
when the boy called her.
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HOW CAN
WE
IDENTIFY
AN
INDEPENDE
NT
CLAUSE???
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INDEPENDENT CLAUSE MARKERS
Sometimes you may find the following words before the Independent clause. Also
Consequently
Furthermore
However Moreover
Nevertheless
Therefore
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Pair work
Identify each item as an independent clause or a dependent clause.
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Practice-1
1. Because it's the best solution. Independent/ Dependent
2. Working at this job is a lot of fun.
Independent/ Dependent
3. It doesn't really interest me. Independent/ Dependent
4. I should have given her a ride. Independent/ Dependent
5. After the movie is over. Independent/ Dependent
6. If he ever calls. Independent /Dependent
7. Whenever I have the time. Independent/ Dependent
8. There could be a problem. Independent/ Dependent
9. Since the last time they visited. Independent/ Dependent
10. Whenever it gets cold Independent/ Dependent
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Check you answer
1. Because it's the best solution. Dependent
2. Working at this job is a lot of fun.
Independent
3. It doesn't really interest me. Independent
4. I should have given her a ride. Independent
5. After the movie is over. Dependent
6. If he ever calls. Dependent
7. Whenever I have the time. Dependent
8. There could be a problem. Independent
9. Since the last time they visited.
Dependent
10. Whenever it gets cold Dependent
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Group Work
Each sentence contains a clause in CAPITAL letters. Decide whether this clause is dependent or independent. (1-10)
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Practice-2
1. If you don't fix the car, IT WILL CONTINUE TO LEAK OIL.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause
2. WHILE THE CAR IS BEING FIXED, we will need to take the bus.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause
3. It isn't necessary to cram all night IF YOU HAVE STUDIED A LITTLE EACH DAY.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause
4. Before you begin studying for the exam, YOU WILL PROBABLY WANT TO REST.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause
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Practice-2
5. I can't go to the movies SINCE I DON'T HAVE ANY MONEY.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause6. WHETHER HE ATTENDS THE PARTY OR NOT, I have decided to go.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause7. I WILL STOP PLAYING THE DRUMS when you go to sleep.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause
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Practice-2
8. SINCE YOU'VE TAKEN YOUR EXAM IN BIOLOGY, you probably don't feel like studying for tomorrow's exam in math.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause9. Until he apologizes to me for his rude behavior, I REFUSE TO SEE HIM.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause10. I wore my boots BECAUSE IT LOOKED LIKE IT MIGHT SNOW.a.) dependent clause b.) independent clause
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Check you answer
1. Independent 2. Dependent 3. Dependent 4. Independent 5. Dependent 6. Dependent 7. Independent8. Dependent9. Dependent 10. Dependent
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Evaluation
1. What is an independent clause ?
2. What are the characteristics of an independent clause?
3. Mention three independent clause markers.
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Home work
Recall the class and for more practice visit the following addresses.
http://wps.prenhall.com/hss_harris_phrefguide_1/56/14505/3713437.cw/content/index.html http://depts.dyc.edu/learningcenter/owl/exercises/clauses_ex1.htm
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Departure