Dependent Clauses Worksheet
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying and understanding dependent clauses, including their function and types.
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Dependent Clauses Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. This worksheet will help you practice identifying and understanding dependent clauses.
Underline the dependent clause in each sentence and circle the subordinating conjunction.
1. she finished her homework, she watched television.
2. I can't go to the party I have to study for my test.
3. it started to rain, we ran inside.
4. He will succeed he works hard.
Read each sentence and determine if the underlined clause is dependent (D) or independent (I).
1. My dog barks loudly when the mailman comes.
Dependent
Independent
2. Because it was cold, we wore our jackets.
Dependent
Independent
Complete each sentence by adding an appropriate dependent clause.
1. I will help you .
2. , the show started.
3. She was excited .
Determine if the following statements about dependent clauses are True or False.
1. A dependent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence.
True
False
2. Dependent clauses always contain a subject and a verb.
True
False
Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) about your favorite hobby. Make sure to include at least two sentences that contain a dependent clause. Underline each dependent clause you use.