Subordinate Clause – Flashcards
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The awards are being given to whichever team possesses the most spirit. Select the answer that identifies the function the noun clause performs in the sentence.
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object of preposition
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Which kind of clause functions as a subject, object, or complement?
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noun clause
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Before the game begins, the coach reviews the new plays with the team. Select the answer that identifies the type of clause used in the sentence and the word being modified.
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adverb clause; reviews
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Because Jeremy's arm was clearly injured, the play clock was stopped. Which type of clause is underlined?
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adverb clause
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Which sentence contains a nonessential adjective clause?
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The officials revised the rules, which the coach explained to us before practice.
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The coach will give whoever scores the first goal a disc signed by Joel Silver. Select the answer that identifies the part of speech the noun clause performs in the sentence.
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indirect object
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Identify the subordinate clause.
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Although the disc was intercepted . . .
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Identify the independent clause.
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David throws . . .
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Which kind of clause modifies nouns or pronouns?
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adjective clause
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Which sentence contains an essential adjective clause?
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The coach explained the rules that the officials revised in 2010.
