Grammar and Punctuation II Unit Test

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Question
Use the sentence to complete the activity.

Jessica ate the cookies that her daughter baked for her.

In one to two sentences, identify the bold words as an independent clause, dependent clause, or phrase, and explain their functions within the sentence.

(2 points)

Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0
The question is not answered.

The bold words "Jessica ate the cookies" is an independent clause because it can stand alone as a complete sentence. The bold words "that her daughter baked for her" is a dependent clause because it cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. In this sentence, the independent clause is the main action, while the dependent clause provides additional information about which cookies Jessica ate.