English 9_Unit 1_A closer look 2

Unit 1. LOCAL INVIRONMENT

Lesson 3. A closer look 2

by Nguyen Nhu

​Grammar: Complex sentences

Types of dependent clauses​

1. A dependent clause of concession begins with a subordinator although though, or even though. It shows an unexpected result.

Ex:  Although she was tired, she finished knitting the scarffor her dad.

2. A dependent clause of purpose begins with a subordinator so that or in order that. It tells the purpose of the action in the independent clause.

Ex:  The artisan moulded the clay so that he could make a mask.

3. A dependent clause of reason begins with a subordinator because, since, or as. It answers the question "Why?"

Ex:  Since it was raining, they cancelled the trip to Trang An.

4. A dependent clause of time begins with a subordinator when, while, before, after, as soon as, etc. It tells when the action described in the independent clause takes place.

Ex:  When I have free time, I usually go to the museum.​

​1. Underline the dependent clause in each sentence below. Say whether it is a dependent clause of concession (DC), of purpose (DP), of reason (DR), or of time (DT).

Multiple Choice

When people talk about traditional paintings, they think of Dong Ho village

• DT

• DP

• DR

• DC

Multiple Choice

My sister went to Tay Ho village in Hue, so that she could buy some bai tho conical hats

• DT

• DP

• DC

• DR

Fill in the Blank

Although this museum is small, it has many unique artefacts

Fill in the Blank

This square is our favorite place to hang out because we have space to skateboard

Multiple Choice

The villagers have to dry the buffalo skin under the sun before they make the drumheads.

• DR

• DP

• DC

• DT