What is a clause and independent clause in English?
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Two types of clauses: dependent clauses (DC), independent clauses (IC). No such thing as just a clause.
A DC must be paired with at least one IC to make a complete sentence. Consider the following sentence: “I am bored because I am quarantined.” The IC is “I am bored” and the DC is “because I am quarantined.”
You couldn’t just say “Because I am quarantined.” as that wouldn’t make any sense. What is actually being caused as a result of the quarantine?
However, you could say “I am bored.” and make perfect sense.
I think I might have made this explanation a bit convoluted, but I hope it helps.
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