Which of the following sentences is correct? A. A clause is a group of related words, but a phrase is not. B. A phrase is a grou
p of related words, but a clause is not. C. A clause has a subject and verb, but a phrase does not. D. A phrase has a subject and verb, but a clause does not.
C. A clause has a subject and verb, but a phrase does not.
Explanation:
Phrases and clauses are the two important parts of the sentences. A clause is the part of the sentence which includes a subject and a verb. On the other hand, a phrase is the part of the sentence which does not include a subject and a verb. The meaning of the clause is complete while the phrase does not stand alone or give complete meaning. A phrase complements the structure of the sentence. Both the clause and the phrase exists in the same line.
The Vietcong set up checkpoints around the nation, so that would've definitely been a literal and figurative roadblock to any refugees. Hope this helped.