A independent clause has a verb and a subject.It can stand alone.
Example:
I enjoy sitting by the fireplace and reading.
Waiting to have my car's oil changed is boring.
She wants to travel the world and see wonderful sights.
Marcus looked at his new car sparkling under the sunlight.
<u>Explanation:</u>
Marcus looked at his new car sparkling under the sunlight. It nearly took him two jobs, nine months and lots of hard work to pay for his new car. But, all his hard work was worth it. He spent two hours, washing and waxing it and he had a grin of appreciation look on his face because the car looked brand new.
It was not even ten minutes and the car was dried yet, but Marcus grabbed keys and decided to go on a road trip and hit the road.
Answer:
For the first question - C. For the second question - A.
Explanation:
She eventually learns that she was meant to hear their conversation. She learns of the seriousness of the situation Atticus is in, and also that Uncle Jack made the mistake of not listening to Scout. She learns the things that are about to take place trial-wise.