Worksheet on Complex Sentences: Dependent Clauses
English
Grade 7
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A worksheet focusing on the use of dependent clauses to form complex sentences, aimed at Grade 7 students.
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Worksheet on Complex Sentences: Dependent Clauses
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Understanding Dependent Clauses
Many students enjoy reading books that transport them to different worlds. These stories often include characters who face challenges and solve problems. When authors use dependent clauses, they add detail and depth to their sentences. For example, a sentence like 'She stayed inside because it was raining' contains a dependent clause that explains why she stayed inside. Recognizing these clauses helps improve both writing and comprehension skills.
1.
Identify the dependent clause in the sentence: 'She stayed inside because it was raining.'
[2 marks]2.
Explain why dependent clauses are important in complex sentences.
[3 marks]3.
Which subordinating conjunctions are commonly used to introduce dependent clauses? List at least three.
[3 marks]B
Constructing Complex Sentences
Complete the following exercises by combining the given ideas into complex sentences using appropriate dependent clauses.
1.
Combine the sentences: 'I was tired. I stayed home from school.' into one complex sentence.
[4 marks]2.
Create a complex sentence using the ideas: 'The weather was cold. We went hiking.'
[4 marks]C
Analyzing Complex Sentences
Read the sentences carefully. For each, identify the dependent clause and describe its function.
1.
Identify the dependent clause, and explain its function in the sentence: 'She completed her homework before going to bed.'
[3 marks]2.
Identify the dependent clause in: 'Although he was tired, he continued to work.' and describe its role.
[3 marks]D
Creative Writing: Complex Sentences
Write a short story or paragraph of about 150-200 words that extensively uses complex sentences with dependent clauses. Your writing should demonstrate variety and mastery of the form.
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Write your story or paragraph here. Use at least five complex sentences with dependent clauses. Focus on clarity, variety, and proper use of subordinating conjunctions.
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