Noun Clauses

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What is a noun clause?

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A noun clause is a dependent clause that acts as a noun in a sentence. It can function as a subject, object, or complement.

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Identify the function of a noun clause in a sentence.

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A noun clause can serve as a subject, an object, or a complement in a sentence.

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Example of a noun clause functioning as a subject.

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"What she said was surprising." (The noun clause 'What she said' is the subject.)

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Example of a noun clause functioning as an object.

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"I don't know what he wants." (The noun clause 'what he wants' is the object of the verb 'know'.)

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Example of a noun clause functioning as a complement.

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"The truth is that he lied." (The noun clause 'that he lied' is the complement of the subject 'The truth'.)

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What is the difference between a noun clause and a noun phrase?

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A noun clause contains a subject and a verb, while a noun phrase does not. For example, 'the tall man' is a noun phrase, whereas 'that he is tall' is a noun clause.

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Identify the noun clause in the sentence: 'Whoever finishes the assignment first will get a reward.'

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The noun clause is 'Whoever finishes the assignment first'.

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Identify the noun clause in the sentence: 'What my brother enjoys most is playing soccer.'

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The noun clause is 'What my brother enjoys most'.

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What role does a noun clause play in a sentence?

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A noun clause can act as a subject, object, or complement, providing essential information.

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Can a noun clause stand alone as a complete sentence?

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No, a noun clause cannot stand alone; it is dependent on the main clause.