Mastering Adjective Clauses Flashcard

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What is an adjective clause?

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An adjective clause is a dependent clause that modifies a noun or pronoun in a sentence, providing more information about it.

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How do you combine sentences using an adjective clause?

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You can combine sentences by replacing a noun or pronoun with an adjective clause that describes it, often starting with 'who', 'which', or 'that'.

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Identify the function of an adjective clause in a sentence.

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An adjective clause functions to provide additional information about a noun or pronoun, helping to clarify or specify it.

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What is the difference between an adjective clause and an adjective phrase?

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An adjective clause contains a subject and a verb, while an adjective phrase does not; both modify nouns.

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Provide an example of an adjective clause starting with 'who'.

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The teacher who assigned the homework is very helpful.

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Provide an example of an adjective clause starting with 'which'.

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The book which I borrowed was interesting.

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What is the role of 'that' in an adjective clause?

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'That' is often used to introduce restrictive adjective clauses, which provide essential information about the noun.

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How can you identify an adjective clause in a sentence?

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Look for a clause that begins with a relative pronoun (who, which, that) and provides more information about a noun.

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What is a restrictive adjective clause?

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A restrictive adjective clause is essential to the meaning of the sentence and does not require commas.

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What is a non-restrictive adjective clause?

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A non-restrictive adjective clause adds extra information and is set off by commas.