The Adjective Clause
The Adjective Clause
An adjective clause is a subordinate clause used to modify a noun or a pronoun in the main clause. It may be introduced by the pronouns who, whose, whom, which, or that (and sometimes when or where). These pronouns are called relative pronouns because they relate to a noun or a pronoun in the sentence. Occasionally, no relative pronoun is used, but it is implied or understood.
- Is she the girl whom you met at the party? (whom relates to girl)
- This is a book that I like. (that relates to the book)
- This is a house where Washington slept. (where relates to the house)
Identifying Adjective Clauses.
Underline the adjective clause in each of the following sentences. Circle the word it modifies.
Example: The book that he wrote has just been published.
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1. Mike, whose ancestors came from Ireland, marched in the St. Patrick’s Day parade. 2. The woman who lives next door is a registered nurse. 3. Williamsburg, Virginia, is a place that I’d like to visit. 4. Math, which is Dave’s favourite subject, has always been easy for him. 5. There is a house that I’d like to buy. 6. Larry’s letter, which he mailed Tuesday, reached me on Thursday. 7. Summer, which is my favourite season, will be here in another week. 8. Phil is reading The Call of the Wild, which is Jack London’s most famous book. 9. We live just twenty miles from O’Hare Airport, which is the world’s busiest airport. 10. Newton, Iowa, is the town where Barbara was born. 11. I’m taking golf lessons from Erika Lavery, who is a pro at the country club. 12. That dog that you found belongs to the Olsons. 13. Is that the jacket you want to buy? 14. There is a chance that Norm will win the election. 15. Is this the letter you were expecting? 16. Over there is the school that I attended. 17. Mr Hartman is a history teacher who also coaches track. 18. Is that the antique show you visited? 19. The Harveys have a dog that is fourteen years old. 20. For dinner, we had chicken fried steak, which is my favourite dish. |
Answer sheet
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1. Mike, whose ancestors came from Ireland, marched in the St. Patrick’s Day parade. 2. The woman who lives next door is a registered nurse. 3. Williamsburg, Virginia, is a place that I’d like to visit. 4. Math, which is Dave’s favourite subject, has always been easy for him. 5. There is a house that I’d like to buy. 6. Larry’s letter, which he mailed Tuesday, reached me on Thursday. 7. Summer, which is my favourite season, will be here in another week. 8. Phil is reading The Call of the Wild, which is Jack London’s most famous book. 9. We live just twenty miles from O’Hare Airport, which is the world’s busiest airport. 10. Newton, Iowa, is the town where Barbara was born. 11. I’m taking golf lessons from Erika Lavery, who is a pro at the country club. 12. That dog that you found belongs to the Olsons. 13. Is that the jacket you want to buy? 14. There is a chance that Norm will win the election. 15. Is this the letter you were expecting? 16. Over there is the school that I attended. 17. Mr Hartman is a history teacher who also coaches track. 18. Is that the antique show you visited? 19. The Harveys have a dog that is fourteen years old. 20. For dinner, we had chicken fried steak, which is my favourite dish. |
