Question

Which words in this sentence are an independent clause?

Scientists have found traces of an ancient forest that once grew on an empty lot in New Jersey when the region had a tropical climate.









A.
that once grew on an empty lot in New Jersey







B.

Scientists have found traces of an ancient forest








C.
on an empty lot in New Jersey







D.
when the region had a tropical climate

Answer 1

An independent clause is a clause that can stand alone as a sentence (i.e., it expresses a complete thought).

I like coconut macaroons.
(This is an independent clause and simple sentence.)

Answer 2

B

Answer 3

ty

Answer 4

can you please medal me?