Clause

 A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb (FINITE) and can form a complete thought of its own. Clauses are the building blocks of sentences and come in two main types: main clauses (independent clauses) and dependent clauses (subordinate clauses).

Finite Verbs

Underline the finite verb and circle the non-finite verb(s) in each sentence.

✅ Questions:

He promised to help me with my homework.

They were watching a movie when the lights went out.

Swimming every day makes her feel refreshed.

We went to the park to play football.

The broken vase lay on the floor.

I enjoy listening to music while studying.

To win the prize, you must work hard.

Excited by the gift, the child hugged her parents.

She wants to become a scientist.

Reading improves vocabulary and comprehension.

Independent Clauses

The sun is shining.

She plays the piano.

They went to the park.

I love reading books.

We are learning English.

He finished his homework before dinner.

The dog barked loudly at the stranger.

My brother wants to become a pilot.

The students are preparing for the test.

You can borrow my umbrella if you need it.

Here's a breakdown of each type and examples:

The cat sleeps when the sun sets.

First clause: The cat sleeps. (subject: "the cat", verb: "sleeps")

Second clause: when the sun sets. (subject: "the sun", verb: "sets")

                                        The children laugh when the clown performs.

First clause: The children laugh. (subject: "the children", verb: "laugh")...Main Clause

Second clause: when the clown performs. (subject: "the clown", verb: "performs")...Dependent Clause

Main Clause (Independent Clause)

A main clause, also known as an independent clause, can stand alone as a complete sentence because it expresses a complete thought. It has both a subject and a predicate.

Example:

• She enjoys reading books.
• The cat slept.
• She sings beautifully.
• The sun sets in the west.
• He enjoys playing basketball.
• They travelled to Japan.
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Dependent Clause (Subordinate Clause)

A dependent clause, also known as a subordinate clause, cannot stand alone as a complete sentence because it does not express a complete thought. It must be attached to a main clause. Dependent clauses often begin with subordinating conjunctions (e.g., because, since, although, when, before, if) or relative pronouns (e.g., who, which, that, whose, which, where).

Because she enjoys reading (incomplete by itself)

When the dog barked loudly (incomplete by itself)

If I call you later" (incomplete by itself)

Although we went to the park (incomplete by itself)

Since they are playing soccer

Subordinating Conjunction-Subordinating Conjunctions: Words that introduce dependent clauses and show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

Examples: because, although, if, when, since, while, after, before, until, unless, etc.

Coordinating Conjunction- Words that connects two or more words, phrases, or independent clauses. The most common coordinating conjunctions in English are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so 

Example: I brought an umbrella, for it was supposed to rain.

And - Adds one thing to another.

Example: She bought a new dress, and she wore it to the party.

Nor - Presents an alternative negative idea to an already stated negative idea.

Example: He doesn’t like broccoli, nor does he eat spinach.

But - Shows contrast or exception.

Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining.

Or - Presents an alternative or a choice.

Example: We can go to the museum, or we can visit the park.

Yet - Introduces a contrasting idea that follows the preceding idea logically (similar to but).

Example: She was tired, yet she still finished her homework.

So - Indicates effect, result, or consequence.

Example: It was getting late, so we decided to head home.

• She comes to library often because she enjoys reading books.
• She sings beautifully because she practices daily.
• Although he was tired, he finished his homework.
• If it rains, we will cancel the picnic.
• When the sun sets, we will start the campfire.

                                Qn...Identify Independent and dependent clause from the following.

She enjoys reading because it relaxes her.

The dog barked loudly when it saw a stranger.

I will call you later if I finish my work on time.

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We went to the park although it was raining.

They are playing soccer since the weather is nice.

After he finished his homework, he went out to play basketball.

If it rains tomorrow, we will stay indoors.

Types of Dependent Clauses

1. Adjective Clause (Relative Clause):

   • Describes a noun or pronoun.
   • It tells which one or what kind.
   • They always come right after the nouns they modify. 
   • Begins with a relative pronoun (who, whom, whose, that, where, which).

   Example:

   • The book that she is reading is fascinating.
   • The teacher, who loves books, recommended it.
   • The teacher, who inspired me the most, has retired.
   • The house, which was built in 1920, needs a lot of repairs.
   • The woman, whom I met at the conference, is an expert in AI.
   • The movie that we watched last night was thrilling.
   • The artist whose paintings were exhibited is my friend.
   • The car which he bought last year is already having problems.

2. Adverb Clause:

   • Describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb.
   • Begins with a subordinating conjunction (because, since, although, if, when, etc.).
   • It tells when, where, how, how much, or under what condition...

   Example:

   • She reads whenever she has free time.
   • Because it was raining, we stayed indoors.
   • You can go out to play after you finish your homework.
   • I will call you if I hear any news.
   • They stayed up late until the game ended.
   • She was happy because she passed the exam.

3. Noun Clause:

   • Acts as a noun in the sentence.
   • Can function as a subject, object, or complement.
   • Often begins with words like that, what, whatever, who, whom, whoever, whomever.

   Example:

   • What she said was surprising.
   • I believe that she will succeed.
   • What she said surprised everyone.
   • I heard what he said about the project.
   • Whether they will come to the party is uncertain.
   • She doesn't know when the train will arrive.
   • What he did was unacceptable.

Main Clause (Independent Clause)

1. Simple Sentences (Main Clauses as Complete Sentences):
   • The cat slept on the mat.
   • John plays the guitar.
   • The sun rises in the east.

Dependent Clause (Subordinate Clause)

1. Adjective Clauses (Relative Clauses):

   • The movie that we watched last night was exciting.
   • She is the doctor who saved my life.
   • The book, which I borrowed from the library, is very informative.

2. Adverb Clauses:

   • She sings beautifully because she practices daily.
   • Although he was tired, he finished his homework.
   • If it rains, we will cancel the picnic.

3. Noun Clauses:

   • What he said made everyone laugh.
   • I don’t know where she went.
   • Whoever arrives first will get the best seat.

Activity

• What she said surprised everyone.
• I don't know where he lives.
• The book that he recommended is excellent.
• The house in which I grew up is now for sale.
• She will leave when the clock strikes twelve.
• We went where the roads were paved.
• She left early because she had to catch a bus.
• If you study hard, you will pass the exam.

• The book that you gave me is very interesting.
• She sings as if she were a professional.
• I don’t know where he went.
• Students who study regularly do well in exams.
• He acts as though he owns the place.
• What she said surprised everyone.
• The cake that she baked was delicious.
• I’ll call you when I reach home.
• The fact that he was late annoyed the teacher.
• They went to the place where the accident happened.
• I wonder why she is upset.
• The boy whose bicycle was stolen is crying.
• You should rest before you get tired.
• We believe that honesty is the best policy.
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• He ran because he was scared.
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• It is true that the Earth is round.
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• I enjoyed the story which you told me.
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• They will wait until the rain stops.
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Phrasal Verbs

Turn up: to arrive or to increase in volume

      Eg.  He turned up at the meeting unannounced.

Turn down: To reject or refuse something

Eg. She turned down the job offer.

Bring up: To mention a topic; to raise a child.

       She brought up an interesting point during the discussion.

Come down: To descend; to decrease in price or level.

         The price of laptops has come down recently.

Get down: to focus or concentrate or to make someone feel depressed;

                 Let's get down to work.

Give out: To distribute or hand out

The teacher gave out the exam papers.

Go over: To review or examine something in detail.

           Let's go over the report before the meeting.

Get over: To recover from an illness or setback; to move past a difficult experience.
           It took her a while to get over the flu.

Slow down: To reduce speed

           Please slow down; you're driving too fast.