Question 44

While we waited

The dependent clause in the sentence is "while we waited," as it cannot stand alone as a complete thought and relies on the main clause for its meaning.

A) We played

"We played" is an independent clause because it expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence. It does not depend on any other part of the sentence for its meaning.

B) Then we had dinner

"Then we had dinner" is also an independent clause. It conveys a complete idea and can function as a standalone sentence, thus making it incorrect as a dependent clause.

C) While we waited

"While we waited" is the correct answer as it functions as a dependent clause. It introduces a condition or situation that requires the main clause ("We played a game") to form a complete thought.

D) A game

"A game" is a noun phrase and does not serve as a clause at all, whether independent or dependent. It lacks a subject and a verb, making it incorrect in the context of identifying a dependent clause.

Conclusion

"While we waited" is the only option that qualifies as a dependent clause, as it cannot stand alone and depends on the main clause to convey a complete thought. The other options either represent independent clauses or do not constitute clauses, thereby failing to meet the criteria for a dependent clause.