Types of Subordinate Clauses

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What is a subordinate clause?

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A subordinate clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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What are the two main types of subordinate clauses?

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The two main types of subordinate clauses are adjective clauses and adverb clauses.

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What is an adjective clause?

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An adjective clause is a subordinate clause that modifies a noun or pronoun, providing more information about it.

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What is an adverb clause?

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An adverb clause is a subordinate clause that modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb, indicating time, place, reason, condition, or manner.

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Identify the type of subordinate clause in the sentence: 'The puppy that we found was friendly.'

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Adjective Clause.

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Identify the type of subordinate clause in the sentence: 'Helen's computer remained reliable, although it was quite old.'

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Adverb Clause.

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What is the function of an adjective clause in a sentence?

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The function of an adjective clause is to provide additional information about a noun or pronoun, helping to specify or clarify it.

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What is the function of an adverb clause in a sentence?

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The function of an adverb clause is to provide additional information about a verb, adjective, or adverb, often indicating when, where, why, or how something happens.

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Provide an example of an adjective clause.

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An example of an adjective clause is: 'The book that I borrowed was fascinating.'

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Provide an example of an adverb clause.

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An example of an adverb clause is: 'She sings beautifully because she practices every day.'