Identify Independent and Dependent Clauses

Classify and create clauses in this clear, concise worksheet! Students will first read a brief introduction reminding them of what independent and dependent clauses are. Then, they will read 13 sentences and identify the independent and dependent clause in each. Finally, they’ll need to write their own sentence with both a dependent and an independent clause. 

This middle school worksheet was designed to give students targeted practice on types of clauses, an important aspect of grammar. A strong understanding of independent and dependent clauses can help students comprehend and write their own complex, grammatically correct sentences.

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