Defining relative clauses

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What is a relative clause?

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A relative clause is a part of a sentence that describes a noun and usually starts with a relative pronoun like 'who', 'which', 'that', 'where', or 'whose'.

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What is a relative pronoun?

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A relative pronoun is a word that introduces a relative clause. Examples include 'who', 'whom', 'whose', 'which', and 'that'.

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When do we use 'who'?

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We use 'who' to refer to people in relative clauses.

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When do we use 'where'?

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We use 'where' to refer to places in relative clauses.

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When do we use 'whose'?

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We use 'whose' to show possession in relative clauses.

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

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A relative clause provides additional information about a noun in the sentence.

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Can a relative clause be removed from a sentence?

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Yes, a relative clause can often be removed without changing the main meaning of the sentence.

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What is an example of a sentence with a relative clause?

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The book that I borrowed from you is fascinating.

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What does 'that' refer to in a relative clause?

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'That' is used to refer to things or people in relative clauses.

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What is the difference between 'who' and 'whom'?

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'Who' is used as the subject of a verb, while 'whom' is used as the object of a verb or preposition.