Relative Clause

What is a defining relative clause?

• A defining relative clause is a type of clause that always comes after the main clause.

• A defining relative clause is a type of clause that can be omitted without changing the meaning of the sentence.

• A defining relative clause is a type of relative clause that provides essential information about the noun it modifies.

• A defining relative clause is a type of subordinate clause that adds unnecessary information.

Provide an example of a defining relative clause.

• The movie which I watched last night was great.

• The restaurant where I ate dinner is closed.

• The car who I saw yesterday was red.

• The book that I bought yesterday is very interesting.

What is a non-defining relative clause?

• A non-defining relative clause is a type of relative clause that provides additional information about a noun but is not essential to the meaning of the sentence.

• A non-defining relative clause is a type of clause that always comes at the beginning of a sentence.

• A non-defining relative clause is a type of clause that changes the subject of the sentence.

• A non-defining relative clause is a type of clause that provides essential information about a noun.

Give an example of a non-defining relative clause.

• The movie, which I watched last night, was very entertaining.

• The dog, who barks loudly, is very friendly.

• The restaurant, where we had dinner, was delicious.

• The book, which I borrowed from the library, was very interesting.

How do defining relative clauses affect the meaning of a sentence?

• Defining relative clauses change the subject of the sentence

• Defining relative clauses specify which person or thing we are talking about, adding essential information to the sentence.

• Defining relative clauses are only used in formal writing

• Defining relative clauses provide unnecessary information to the sentence

In what type of communication are relative clauses commonly used?

• written communication

• visual communication

• verbal communication

• nonverbal communication

Explain the difference between defining and non-defining relative clauses.

• Defining relative clauses provide additional information, while non-defining relative clauses are essential to the sentence.

• Defining relative clauses always use commas, while non-defining relative clauses never use commas.

• Defining relative clauses are used in spoken language, while non-defining relative clauses are used in written language.

• Defining relative clauses are necessary for the sentence to make sense, while non-defining relative clauses are optional.

Why is punctuation important in non-defining relative clauses?

• Punctuation in non-defining relative clauses helps separate the additional information from the main clause.

• Punctuation in non-defining relative clauses is unnecessary and can be omitted.

• Punctuation in non-defining relative clauses confuses the reader.

• Punctuation in non-defining relative clauses is only used in spoken language.

Can relative clauses be omitted in a sentence?

• Sometimes

• Yes

• No

• Only on weekends

How can relative clauses enhance the clarity of communication?

• Relative clauses enhance clarity by adding unnecessary complexity to sentences.

• Relative clauses enhance clarity by omitting crucial information from a sentence.

• Relative clauses enhance clarity by introducing irrelevant details about a noun.

• Relative clauses enhance clarity by providing specific details about a noun in a sentence.