Subordinate Clauses

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What is a subordinate clause?

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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.

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What is a subordinate adjective clause?

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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.'

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Identify the relative pronoun in the sentence: 'The book that I read was fascinating.'

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The relative pronoun is 'that.'

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What is the function of a subordinate clause in a sentence?

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The function of a subordinate clause is to provide additional information to the main clause, often adding detail or context.

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What is a relative pronoun?

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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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What is the difference between a main clause and a subordinate clause?

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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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Provide an example of a sentence with a subordinate adjective clause.

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The teacher who loves science is my favorite.

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What does the subordinate clause 'who teaches English' modify in the sentence: 'Mrs. Cruz, who teaches English, is the best teacher'?

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It modifies 'Mrs. Cruz' by providing more information about her.

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What is the role of the subordinate clause in the sentence: 'After you finish your homework, please set the table'?

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The subordinate clause 'After you finish your homework' provides a condition or time frame for the action in the main clause 'please set the table.'

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What type of clause is 'who gave me the ticket' in the sentence: 'I don't remember the person who gave me the ticket'?

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It is a subordinate adjective clause.