Clauses may have both a subject and verb but only one kind can stand alone. The independent clause can stand alone. The dependent clause can not. One way to construct a dependent clause is to attach a subordinate conjunction to it.
Example: He is nice. I like Bob. Because he is nice, I like Bob.
Examples of how to start sentences is simply using grammar.
Infinitive: To dream is relaxing.
Present Participial Phrase—using two sentences close in meaning then using one with the –ing form of the verb and combining the ideas:
Confounding the experts, Jones scored the touchdown.
Past Participial Phrase: Relieved of his problem, Jones was happy.
Gerund: Running is the newest craze.
Verb: Look for the best and brightest to lead the students. (“You” understood).
