Subordinate Clauses
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English
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7th - 10th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a subordinate clause?
Back
A subordinate clause is a group of words that has both a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It depends on a main clause to provide meaning.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a subordinate adjective clause?
Back
A subordinate adjective clause is a type of subordinate clause that modifies a noun or pronoun in the main clause. It often begins with a relative pronoun like 'who,' 'that,' or 'which.'
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Identify the relative pronoun in the sentence: 'The book that I read was fascinating.'
Back
The relative pronoun is 'that.'
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the function of a subordinate clause in a sentence?
Back
The function of a subordinate clause is to provide additional information to the main clause, often adding detail or context.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a relative pronoun?
Back
A relative pronoun is a pronoun that introduces a subordinate clause and relates it to a noun or pronoun in the main clause. Examples include 'who,' 'whom,' 'whose,' 'that,' and 'which.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a main clause and a subordinate clause?
Back
A main clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, while a subordinate clause cannot stand alone and depends on a main clause for its meaning.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a sentence with a subordinate adjective clause.
Back
The teacher who loves science is my favorite.
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