What is the difference between a dependent and an independent clause?

A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence, while an independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence.

A dependent clause is always followed by a verb, while an independent clause can be followed by a verb, a noun, or a pronoun.

A dependent clause is always a part of a larger sentence, while an independent clause can be a part of a larger sentence or a smaller sentence.