Classroom Resource

Learn About Dependent and Independent Clauses | No Nonsense Grammar

Subject Area

English Language Arts

Grade(s)

Overview

A clause is a group of words that acts as a subject and a group of words that acts as a verb. A clause consists of a subject and a predicate, where the predicate is typically a verb phrase. This resource provides instruction and practice in identifying the function of phrases and clauses.

Content Standards

English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 7

ELA21.7.17
Identify the conventions of standard English grammar and usage in writing.

Unpacked Content

Vocabulary

Conventions
Standard English grammar
Standard English usage

Knowledge

Students know:

The conventions of standard English grammar and usage.

Skills

Students are able to:

Identify conventions of standard English grammar and usage in texts.

Understanding

Students understand that:

Writing should demonstrate the appropriate use of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage.

Interdisciplinary Connection(s)

Link to Resource

https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/no-nonsense-grammar-dependent-and-in…

Content Type / Source

CR Resource Type

Audio/Video

Resource Provider

PBS

Accessibility

License

License Type

CUSTOM

Custom License Type (URL)

https://aptv.pbslearningmedia.org/help/terms-of-use/#restrictions

Comments or Notes

Handouts and materials associated with this resource can be found to the right of the video under the heading, "Support Materials for Use with Students".

Approved Date

2022-08-31

Curated by

Design by Adaptive Theme

Learning Resource Type