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

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

• True

• False

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

• True

• False

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

• True

• False

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

• True

• False

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.

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

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

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

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.