Types of Clauses and Tips to Use them in IELTS Exam.
Understand the types of clauses with interesting examples and tips to master them for the IELTS Exam.
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Independent clause:
Imagine a sentence that is like a group of friends hanging out. An independent clause is a cool kid who can show up solo and still have a great time. It's a complete sentence all by itself, no need for any buddies to tag along.
Examples
1.The children built a sandcastle on the beach. (Subject, verb, and complete thought!)
The delicious food disappeared quickly. (You know exactly what happened!)
Dependent clause
While an independent clause can stand alone, a dependent clause needs the help of its main character, the independent clause, to make complete sense.
Example?
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My favorite book, the one with the castle on the cover, is a fantasy novel.
Independent clause: My favorite book is a fantasy novel.
Dependent clause: the one with the castle on the cover ‘describes the book’
Tips to use clauses effectively in the IELTS Exam
Master comma usage!
Independent clauses often need commas when joined, while dependent clauses might use them internally.
Independent clauses deliver the main message.
Dependent clauses add details or twist the sentence flow, keeping your writing dynamic.
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