Restrictive and Non-Restrictive Clause

Students who complete their homework on time will earn extra credit. True/False: This sentence contains a restrictive clause.

• True

• False

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CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

The book that I borrowed from the library is overdue. True/False: This sentence contains a restrictive clause.

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

My friend Sarah, who loves to paint, showed me her latest artwork. True/False: This sentence contains a non-restrictive clause.

• True

• False

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CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

The car which has a sunroof is parked outside. True/False: This sentence contains a restrictive clause.

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

The river, which flows through the town, is often used for kayaking. True/False: This sentence contains a non-restrictive clause.

• True

• False

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which answer choice correctly identifies and explains the type of clause used?

• Restrictive Clause: The information is essential. If the clause is removed, the sentence becomes vague. The reader does not know which players are winning the game.

• Nonrestrictive clause: The information is not needed. If the clause is removed, the original intent of the sentence doesn't change.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Is the clause used in the sentence RESTRICTIVE or NONRESTRICTIVE?

The painting that was stolen from the gallery was very valuable.

• RESTRICTIVE and is NOT NECESSARY to the sentence

• RESTRICTIVE and IS NECESSARY to the sentence

• NONRESTRICTIVE and is NOT NECESSARY to the sentence

• NONRESTRICTIVE and IS NECESSARY to the sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which of the following accurately describes a RESTRICTIVE CLAUSE?

• a sentence that includes information that is ESSENTIAL to the meaning of the sentence and DOES NOT USE commas, dashes, or parentheses

• a sentence that includes information that is NOT ESSENTIAL to the meaning of the sentence and IS OFFSET by commas, dashes, or parentheses

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which of the following accurately describes a NON-RESTRICTIVE CLAUSE?

• a sentence that includes information that is ESSENTIAL to the meaning of the sentence and IS NOT OFFSET by commas, dashes, or parentheses

• a sentence that includes information that is NOT ESSENTIAL to the meaning of the sentence and IS OFFSET by commas, dashes, or parentheses

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which answer choice correctly identifies and explains the type of clause used?

• Restrictive Clause: The information is essential. If the clause is removed, the sentence becomes vague. The information identifies what type of soft cartilage, otherwise it would be unknown.

• Nonrestrictive clause: The information is not needed. If the clause is removed, the original intent of the sentence doesn't change.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.2A

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B