Subordinate Clauses

Select the sentence that includes a subordinate clause.

• I went shopping.

• After school today, I am going to go out for dinner.

• I like chocolate.

Select all the answers that include a subordinate clause.

• I like chocolate although I don't like dark chocolate.

• My dog is a terrier.

• I have two sisters but only one lives at home with me.

• I need new clothes.

Select the sentence that DOES NOT include a subordinate clause.

• My dad likes to watch football.

• My mum, who is very kind, bought me my favourite snack.

• Since it is going to rain today, I am wearing my wellies.

A subordinate clause is the main part of a sentence and always makes sense on its own. True or False

• True

• False

Select the answer that includes a subordinating conjunction.

• My favourite flower is a rose.

• Roses are beautiful although they have sharp thorns.

• Red roses are popular flowers.

Select the correct definition for a subordinate clause.

• It makes sense on its own. The sentence is a complete thought.

• It supports the independent clause and provides more information. The beginning shows it is dependent from the previous part.