Which of the following types of clauses cannot stand alone as a complete sentence? [#1315]

A dependent clause (also called a subordinate clause) cannot stand alone as a complete sentence, as it relies on an independent clause to complete its meaning.

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A dependent clause (also called a subordinate clause) cannot stand alone as a complete sentence, as it relies on an independent clause to complete its meaning.

The package arrived before the expected delivery date.

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The package arrived before the expected delivery date.

Around 220 B.C.E., Qin Shi Huang, also called the First Emperor, united China. He masterminded the process of uniting the existing walls into one. At that time, rammed earth and wood made up most of the wall.

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Around 220 B.C.E., Qin Shi Huang, also called the First Emperor, united China. He masterminded the process of uniting the existing walls into one. At that time, rammed earth and wood made up most of the wall.

The term "murder" is a unique collective noun used specifically for crows. It may have historical roots in superstitions or folklore associated with these birds.

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The term "murder" is a unique collective noun used specifically for crows. It may have historical roots in superstitions or folklore associated with these birds.

James Prinsep

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James Prinsep

The Kamarupa Kingdom was an ancient Assamese kingdom that existed from the 4th to the 12th century. It was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its art, literature, and architecture. The kingdom was ruled by the Varman dynasty and was a major center of learning and culture in ancient India. The Varman dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom of Assam from 350–655 CE.

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The Kamarupa Kingdom was an ancient Assamese kingdom that existed from the 4th to the 12th century. It was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its art, literature, and architecture. The kingdom was ruled by the Varman dynasty and was a major center of learning and culture in ancient India. The Varman dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom of Assam from 350–655 CE.

Robert Bruce was a British colonial official who is credited with introducing the tea industry to Assam in the 19th century. He discovered the wild tea plants growing in the region and recognized the potential for tea cultivation. His efforts led to the establishment of the first tea gardens in Assam, which eventually made the region one of the largest tea-producing areas in the world.

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Robert Bruce was a British colonial official who is credited with introducing the tea industry to Assam in the 19th century. He discovered the wild tea plants growing in the region and recognized the potential for tea cultivation. His efforts led to the establishment of the first tea gardens in Assam, which eventually made the region one of the largest tea-producing areas in the world.

The Chail Cricket Ground in Himachal Pradesh is the highest cricket ground in the world, sitting at 2,444 meters (7,500 feet) above sea level. Built in 1893 by the Maharaja of Patiala, Bhupinder Singh, the ground is also used for polo.

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The Chail Cricket Ground in Himachal Pradesh is the highest cricket ground in the world, sitting at 2,444 meters (7,500 feet) above sea level. Built in 1893 by the Maharaja of Patiala, Bhupinder Singh, the ground is also used for polo.

Sir Alexander Cunningham

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Sir Alexander Cunningham

As of 2021, Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest population density in India at 17 people per square kilometer. The national capital has the highest population density at 11,320 people per square kilometer.

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As of 2021, Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest population density in India at 17 people per square kilometer. The national capital has the highest population density at 11,320 people per square kilometer.

They came when I was writing the essay.

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They came when I was writing the essay.