Chapter 13

Clauses
A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not usually convey a complete
meaning.
Differences Between Phrases and Clauses

 Phrase is a group of words that conveys some sense but not complete sense,
while, Clause is a group of words that usually does not convey a complete
meaning.
 Phrase usually does not have a subject and verb, while, Clause contains a subject
and a verb.
B. Now, mark the main clause and the subordinate clause in each of these sentences.

1. We left the stadium before it started to rain.

2. While we wait here, you can get the tickets.
3. I was late because I got lost on the way.
4. Although we left early, we were late.
5. The baby will wake up, if you talk loudly.
6. No one knows where they have gone.
7. I wonder, why he is taking such a long time in the store.
8. I was listening to music when Raghu called.
9. Did you notice the girl who was wearing a red dress?
10. The puppy got inside the basket as it wanted to sleep.

Key-
Main Clause
Subordinating Clause
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