
Nonessential and Essential Clauses
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English
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11th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an essential clause?
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An essential clause (or restrictive clause) provides information that is crucial to the meaning of the sentence. It cannot be removed without changing the sentence's meaning. Example: "The book that I borrowed was fascinating."
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a nonessential clause?
Back
A nonessential clause (or non-restrictive clause) adds extra information to a sentence but is not crucial to its meaning. It can be removed without altering the sentence's core meaning. Example: "My brother, who lives in New York, is visiting."
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What punctuation is used to set off nonessential clauses?
Back
Nonessential clauses are set off by commas. Example: "The car, which is red, belongs to my sister."
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of an introductory phrase?
Back
An introductory phrase provides context or background information for the main part of the sentence. It is often followed by a comma. Example: "After dinner, we went for a walk."
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you correctly use commas in a list?
Back
In a list of three or more items, use commas to separate the items. Example: "I bought apples, oranges, and bananas."
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Oxford comma?
Back
The Oxford comma is the final comma in a list of items, placed before 'and' or 'or.' Its use can clarify meaning. Example: "I love my parents, Lady Gaga, and Humpty Dumpty."
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When should you use a comma before a conjunction?
Back
Use a comma before a conjunction (like 'and' or 'but') when it connects two independent clauses. Example: "I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain."
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