Dependent Clauses Subordinate The Adjective Clause Follows the

Dependent Clauses (Subordinate)

The Adjective Clause �Follows the word or words that it modifies and tells which one or what kind �Usually introduced with a relative pronoun �who whom which that whose �Ed chose the pumpkin that was shaped like an egg. �The Pineville Inn, which has a small dining room, serves excellent food. �Sonia enjoyed the speech by Ms. Jacobs, whom people called an expert in financial planning.

The Adverb Clause �Answers how, when, where, why, to what extent, or under what conditions �Introduced by subordinating conjunctions �after although as if if �because before since than �though unless whenever �while whether

Examples �If you need a subject for your essay, start by reading a weekly magazine. (under what condition) �The hamster seems happier because we gave it a new wheel. (why) �Whenever her baby sister is asleep, Kim works on her tapestry. (when) �The soup will be ready as soon as you add the spices. (when)

The Noun Clause �A subordinate clause used as a noun �Common introductory words: �whatever �whoever that whomever whichever how �wherever �Whatever you want to do is fine with me. �Home is wherever I can cook a meal. �Sarah doesn’t know whether she can join the team. �The children handed whoever walked by a pamphlet.

Practice �Molly, who enjoys swimming, is going to Long Beach Island. �Adjective Clause �How much students practice affects their performance. �Noun Clause �As soon as the sun shines, the ice will melt. �Adverb Clause �You can order whatever is on the menu. �Noun Clause �This desk, which my father built, has six drawers. �Adjective Clause