Relative clause

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What is a relative clause?

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A relative clause is a dependent clause that modifies a noun or pronoun, providing additional information about it.

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What is the function of a relative pronoun in a relative clause?

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A relative pronoun introduces a relative clause and connects it to the noun or pronoun it modifies. Common relative pronouns include who, whom, whose, which, and that.

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Provide an example of a relative clause using 'who'.

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The teacher who assigned the homework is very helpful.

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Provide an example of a relative clause using 'where'.

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The restaurant where we had dinner was excellent.

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Provide an example of a relative clause using 'when'.

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The day when I graduated was unforgettable.

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Provide an example of a relative clause using 'that'.

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The book that I borrowed was fascinating.

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What is the difference between 'who' and 'that' when used in relative clauses?

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'Who' is used for people, while 'that' can be used for both people and things.

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What is a defining relative clause?

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A defining relative clause provides essential information about the noun it modifies, without which the sentence would not make sense.

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What is a non-defining relative clause?

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A non-defining relative clause adds extra information about a noun but is not essential to the meaning of the sentence. It is usually set off by commas.

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How do you punctuate non-defining relative clauses?

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Non-defining relative clauses are punctuated with commas before and after the clause.