Learning English Grammar
Relative clauses
Nov 5, 2024
Dive into the fascinating world of relative clauses! Discover the differences between defining and non-defining types, along with practical examples. Learn how to use relative pronouns to enhance clarity in your sentences. Explore the extra context that non-defining relative clauses provide without altering meaning. Take part in an interactive quiz to test your skills and master punctuation rules. Uncover tips and resources to elevate your understanding of grammar!
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- Defining relative clauses are crucial for specifying which person or thing is being referred to and use pronouns like 'who' or 'that'.
- Non-defining relative clauses provide extra information about subjects without being essential to the main idea, typically set apart by commas.
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Understanding Defining Relative Clauses
Defining relative clauses provide essential information that specifies which person or thing is being referred to. For instance, in the sentence 'The man whose phone I found gave me a reward,' the clause 'whose phone I found' defines which man Finn is discussing. This type of clause answers questions like 'which?' by clarifying the subject. Relative pronouns such as 'who,' 'which,' and 'that' are commonly used to initiate these clauses and link them to the main sentence.
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