A dependent clause cannot stand on its own. A clause means that it has a finite verb, meaning that there are no infinitives and participles/gerunds only, but a finite verb.
Having that in mind, the dependent clause here would be D. who works at that desk, which means that the rest of the sentence - <em>The woman is absent today </em>is independent.
The flag's banner or ribbons will be blown away in the storm.
Well Frankenstein did have a bride and the movie was incredibly gothic.
But that is just my opinion. I would take out on C.
Answer:
Part A: Holmes values talking with Dr. Watson about his cases.
Part B: “’Not at all. I am glad to have a friend with whom I can discuss my findings.’”