Relative clauses

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What is a relative clause?

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A relative clause is a type of dependent clause that modifies a noun or pronoun and usually begins with a relative pronoun such as 'who', 'which', or 'that'.

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What is a defining relative clause?

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A defining relative clause provides essential information about the noun it modifies. It is necessary for understanding the sentence's meaning.

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What is a non-defining relative clause?

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A non-defining relative clause adds extra information about a noun but is not essential to the sentence's meaning. It is usually set off by commas.

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Example of a defining relative clause:

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The book that I borrowed from you is fascinating.

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Example of a non-defining relative clause:

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My brother, who lives in London, is visiting us next week.

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What relative pronouns are commonly used in defining clauses?

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Common relative pronouns used in defining clauses include 'who', 'that', and 'which'.

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What relative pronouns are commonly used in non-defining clauses?

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Common relative pronouns used in non-defining clauses include 'who' and 'which'.

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How do you punctuate non-defining relative clauses?

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Non-defining relative clauses are punctuated with commas before and after the clause.

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What is the function of the relative pronoun 'whose'?

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The relative pronoun 'whose' indicates possession and can refer to people or things.

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Identify the clause: 'The car, which is red, belongs to my sister.'

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This is a non-defining relative clause.