An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and verb and expresses a complete thought. An independent clause is a sentence. Jim studied in the Sweet Shop for his chemistry quiz. A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and verb but does not express a complete thought.
Independent Clause Examples
Waiting to have my car's oil changed is boring. She wants to travel the world and see wonderful sights. Our planets revolve around the sun. The professor always comes to class fully prepared.
It could be C or D but I believe it is C since the poem seems to bring across the idea that most people see women as skinny or thin and to have large legs or a large nose, she, by some is considered "off." That's just what I think.