Adjective Clauses: An Adjective Clause is a Part of Speech Classed as an Adjective

This lesson from the Learning Depot covers adjective clauses, explaining their function as modifiers of nouns or pronouns. It details how to identify them using relative pronouns and adverbs, and distinguishes between restrictive and non-restrictive clauses, emphasizing the correct use of commas. The lesson concludes with key points and common errors to avoid.

What is the primary function of an adjective clause?

• To modify a verb

• To modify an adverb

• To modify a conjunction

• To modify a noun or pronoun

Which of the following is a relative pronoun that can start an adjective clause?

• And

• Who

• Or

• But

What should you avoid using to modify the word 'reason'?

• Who

• Why

• Which

• That

What is the difference between restrictive and non-restrictive adjective clauses?

• Non-restrictive clauses modify verbs

• Non-restrictive clauses are essential to the sentence

• Restrictive clauses are set off by commas

• Restrictive clauses are essential to the sentence

When should commas be used with adjective clauses?

• Only with non-restrictive clauses

• Never

• Always

• Only with restrictive clauses

Which sentence contains a non-restrictive adjective clause?

• The book that I borrowed is interesting.

• The car that is parked outside is mine.

• My brother who lives in New York is visiting.

• Paris, which is known as the City of Lights, is beautiful.

Which of the following is a restrictive adjective clause?

• The film that is set in the 1950s is my favorite.

• The house, which is on the hill, is haunted.

• Aunt Rachel, who recently retired, is on a cruise.

• Grease, which is set in the 1950s, is a great movie.

What is a key feature of non-restrictive clauses?

• They are not set off by commas

• They are essential to the sentence

• They can be removed without altering the sentence's meaning

• They modify verbs

What is a common mistake when placing adjective clauses?

• Using 'that' instead of 'which'

• Placing the clause far from the noun it modifies

• Using commas with restrictive clauses

• Using 'who' for non-human subjects

Which relative pronoun is recommended for restrictive clauses?

• Which

• That

• Who

• Whom