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An **independent clause** is a sentence that makes sense by itself. A **compound sentence** is made of two closely related independent clauses. The two clauses can be joined by a comma and a conjunction (and, but, or) or by a semicolon. A **dependent clause** has a subject and a verb, but it does not make complete sense by itself. It needs an independent clause. A dependent clause begins with a subordinating conjunction such as //although, because, if, as//, or //when//. A **complex sentence** is made up of a dependent clause and an independent clause.

This is **a complex sentence.** If the Phillies win the World Series, it would be the second time in three years. dependent clause..................................................independent clause

If the Phillies win the World Series, can not stand alone. It kind of leaves you hanging waiting for more information. It is a dependent clause. It needs help for it to be a complete thought.

it would be the second time in three years can stand alone. It is an independent clause.

The dependent clause uses a comma to connect itself to an independent clause.

This is a **compound sentence**. ** The Flyers made it to the Stanley Cup finals last year; it was an exciting series. ** independent clause.....................................................independent clause

Both independent clauses can stand alone. They are tied together by a semicolon. If the Philidelphia Union wins their next game, I am going to watch the game at their home stadium. K W If the Phillies win 1 more game, they will have home field advantage throughout the playoffs. D.B. If the Phillies make it to the World Series, Devan will be very happy. G.K. If I could eat all of the chocolate covered strawberries in the world, I would. A.R. I was going to shoot a snap pea at my brother, but I decided not to. N.P. If I eat pie, then I will not be hungry. K.R. Although it rained today, I had fun. K.C. When my family and I go skiing, we always have fun together.E.H If my bellybutton could talk to me, that would be really cool! K.N. If I don't practice, then I can't compete in the horse show! L.H. Because it rained,car duty was a lot more fun! C.G.
 * Complex Sentences **
 * Complex Sentences **

If the phillies win the World Series, I would be so happy D.N. Since the cat was out,the dogs were barking too loud to concerate.S.M

1.If my dog wouldn't fart so much, I would lover her even MORE! S.S.

If my sister, Katie, was old enough,she could come with us to Crystal Cave.R.D. ﻿If my cat did 5 back flips, I would take him to a cat show.R.G

If my dog would stop eating the cat food, maybe she wouldn't through up as much.- HS