Independent Clauses

1. She reads books.
2. The sun is shining.
3. They played soccer.
4. I finished my homework.
5. The cat slept on the couch.
6. We went to the park.
7. The teacher explained the lesson.
8. He made a delicious dinner.
9. The movie was exciting.
10. I found my keys.
11. She sings beautifully.
12. We enjoyed the concert.
13. The dog ran quickly.
14. I love chocolate cake.
15. They visited the museum.
16. He won the game.
17. The house is painted blue.
18. The kids played outside.
19. She bought a new dress.
20. The train arrived on time.
21. I baked cookies.
22. The phone rang loudly.
23. We watched a movie.
24. She wrote a letter.
25. The wind blew strongly.
26. He drove to work.
27. The flowers are blooming.
28. I drank a glass of water.
29. They sang a song.
30. The weather is perfect.
31. She danced at the party.
32. The book was interesting.
33. I cleaned my room.
34. They cooked dinner together.
35. The rain stopped.
36. The kids laughed happily.
37. I solved the problem.
38. The concert was loud.
39. She finished her project.
40. The birds chirped.
41. We planned a trip.
42. He read the novel.
43. The food was delicious.
44. She took a photo.
45. The cat climbed the tree.
46. The movie ended.
47. I planted flowers.
48. The bus is late.
49. They enjoyed the vacation.
50. He visited his grandparents.

Dependent Clauses

1. Because she was tired
   • Dependent on an independent clause for a complete thought.
2. Although it was raining
   • Requires an independent clause to complete the idea.
3. When we go to the store
   • Cannot stand alone as a sentence.
4. If you finish your homework
   • Depends on another clause for completion.
5. Since the meeting was canceled
   • Needs an independent clause to complete the meaning.
6. Before the sun sets
   • Incomplete thought by itself.
7. While he was cooking dinner
   • Requires additional information to form a complete sentence.
8. Although she enjoys running
   • Needs an independent clause to express a full idea.
9. As soon as the bell rings
   • Dependent on another clause.
10. If it doesn’t rain tomorrow
    • Incomplete without an independent clause.
11. Because the show was over
    • Needs a main clause to complete the thought.
12. Since she finished her book
    • Requires another clause to make sense.
13. While we were waiting
    • Cannot stand alone.
14. After the game ended
    • Dependent on additional information.
15. Because I forgot my lunch
    • Needs an independent clause to be complete.
16. If we have time
    • Incomplete thought without more information.
17. Although the cake was delicious
    • Requires more information to form a complete thought.
18. Unless you call first
    • Needs an independent clause to complete the meaning.
19. When the door opened
    • Cannot stand alone.
20. If you need help
    • Requires additional information.
21. As long as you are here
    • Incomplete by itself.
22. Before she went to bed
    • Dependent on an independent clause.
23. Although they were tired
    • Needs more to complete the sentence.
24. Because the road was closed
    • Requires an independent clause.
25. Since it was late
    • Incomplete without a main clause.
26. When we finish our work
    • Dependent clause needing more to form a sentence.
27. If the weather improves
    • Requires an independent clause to complete.
28. While the movie was playing
    • Needs more information.
29. Although he was late
    • Dependent on another clause.
30. Because the food was cold
    • Needs a main clause to make sense.
31. As soon as she arrives
    • Cannot stand alone.
32. If the package arrives today
    • Incomplete thought without more.
33. When you are ready
    • Requires additional information.
34. Because the store was closed
    • Needs an independent clause.
35. Although the music was loud
    • Dependent on another clause.
36. Since the power went out
    • Incomplete by itself.
37. When the sun rises
    • Dependent on another clause for a complete idea.
38. If you study hard
    • Requires an independent clause.
39. While we were walking
    • Incomplete thought needing more.
40. Because the teacher was absent
    • Needs an independent clause.
41. Although the restaurant was busy
    • Dependent clause requiring more.
42. As the day went on
    • Requires additional information.
43. If you want to join us
    • Incomplete without a main clause.
44. Since she was feeling sick
    • Dependent on another clause.
45. Before the game started
    • Needs an independent clause.
46. Although the test was hard
    • Requires additional information.
47. Because he was sick
    • Incomplete thought needing more.
48. If the dog barks
    • Dependent clause requiring more.
49. When the clock strikes twelve
    • Needs an independent clause to complete.
50. As soon as the class ends
    • Incomplete without more information