What is another term for a dependent clause?
a. conjunctive phrase
b. subordinate clause
c. complete sentence
d. preposition phrase

In the choices above, another term for a dependent clause is letter B: subordinate clause. These are clauses that go with the subjects of the sentences in order to form a complete sentence.  

Sentence could be simple (one independent clause), compound (two independent clause with coordinating conjunction), complex (a subordinate & independent clause) and compound-complex sentences (subordinate & two independent clause). These include clauses, conjunctions, coherence and balance and even to the number of words you use in your subject and predicate. The benefit of complex or compound sentences is that it could give you more explanation on the subject or topic of the sentence. This gives you a much more understanding on what the sentence is trying to portray or to message to give.

Callused, scorching, prowls