Notes # 1 Kinds of Clauses Clause is a group of words with its own subject and verb.

. Kinds of Clauses Independent Clause (Main Clause) is a clause that can stand by itself as a complete sentence. The coast was evacuated. Dependent Clause (Subordinate Clause) although it has a subject and a verb, cannot stand by itself as a complete sentence; it can only be a part of a sentence. As the hurricane approached. Kinds of Dependent Clauses Adjective Clause is a subordinate clause that modifies a noun or pronoun by telling what kind or which one. My car, which has a dented fender, will be repaired today. An adjective clause that is not essential to the basic meaning of a sentence is set off by commas. An essential clause is not set off. Nonessential Adjective Clause: Benigno Aquino, Jr., who was a young Filipino journalist, flew on combat missions during the Korean War as a correspondent. Essential Adjective Clause: The article featuring the man who was a young Filipino journalist was filled with fascinating details about the Korean War. Adverb Clause is a subordinate clause that modifies a verb, an adjective, an adverb, or a verbal by telling where, when, in what manner, to what extent, under what condition, or why. 1. You will find your key where you left it. 2. The children were nervous whenever the train entered a tunnel. 3. The concert lasted longer than my enthusiasm did. 4. The engine, purring after I adjusted it, seemed as good as new. 5. Walking whenever I go gives me good exercise. 6. The group wanted to relax after the afternoon performance ended. Noun Clause is a subordinate clause that acts as a noun. 1. Whoever works during the lunch break gets to leave early. 2. You will type whatever she needs. 3. She gave whoever attended the demonstration free samples. 4. I will shop at whichever store you wish.

5. A long rest is what the doctor ordered. 6. The assembly debated my proposal that taxes be reduced by ten percent.