Exercise 3: Dependent Clauses | Practice Test Online

Question 1:  What characterizes a dependent clause?

(A) It always ends with a comma

(B) It expresses a complete thought

(C) It relies on an independent clause to form a complete sentence

(D) It contains only one word

Correct Answer: 1C

Question 2:  Which of the following is an example of an independent clause?

(A) Because it was raining

(B) John walked to the store

(C) Until the sun sets

(D) In the morning

Correct Answer: 2B

Question 3:  How does a dependent clause differ from an independent clause?

(A) It begins with a conjunction

(B) It always precedes the main clause

(C) It lacks a subject or verb

(D) It cannot stand alone as a complete sentence

Correct Answer: 3D

Question 4:  What is the primary function of a dependent clause in a sentence?

(A) To provide a conclusion

(B) To add complexity

(C) To stand alone as a complete thought

(D) To provide additional information

Correct Answer: 4D

Question 5:  Which subordinating conjunction is commonly used to introduce a dependent clause indicating time?

(A) But

(B) Since

(C) And

(D) Or

Correct Answer: 5B

Question 6:  What purpose does a subordinating conjunction serve in a dependent clause?

(A) It separates the clauses

(B) It connects the dependent clause to the independent clause

(C) It adds emphasis

(D) It indicates a transition

Correct Answer: 6B

Question 7:  Identify the dependent clause in the sentence: 'Whenever she visits, we have a great time.'

(A) She visits

(B) Whenever she visits

(C) We have a great time

(D) Whenever we have a great time

Correct Answer: 7B

Question 8:  Which of the following is not a subordinating conjunction?

(A) However

(B) Therefore

(C) Moreover

(D) Also

Correct Answer: 8D

Question 9:  What is the purpose of using dependent clauses in writing?

(A) To confuse readers

(B) To add clarity

(C) To provide additional information or context

(D) To limit the length of sentences

Correct Answer: 9C

Question 10:  In the sentence 'Although she was tired, she continued working,' what is the dependent clause?

(A) She continued working

(B) Although she was tired

(C) Although she continued working

(D) She was tired

Correct Answer: 10B