4.01: Workshop: Independent, Dependent, and Noun Clauses
What is the function of the noun clause in this sentence? The street musicians sang to whomever passed them.
Object of a preposition.
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When the Revolutionary War ended,
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Whoever is going with us should meet at my house at 8:00 a.m.
How can these sentences be combined to include a dependent clause? The pianist had great talent. He could play Rachmaninoff blindfolded.
The pianist's great talent was that he could play Rachmaninoff blindfolded.
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He fell ill and died in 1799, but we know that his legacy continues today.
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Because he made significant discoveries about electricity,
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Madison was also one of the authors of the Federalist Papers, which argued for support of the constitution.
How can these sentences be combined to include a dependent clause? The coach announced the starters. The players sat on the bench.
The coach announced the starters while the players sat on the bench.
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Although he and Alexander Hamilton worked together on the Federalist Papers, Madison opposed many of Hamilton's ideas.
What is the function of the noun clause in this sentence? The investigation of the bank robbery determined who committed the crime.
Direct object.
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Since James Madison served as president from 1809 to 1817, Dolley Madison was one of the earliest First Ladies.
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Until she was seriously injured,
How can these sentences be combined to include a dependent clause? The lifeguard was on duty. She pulled a toddler out of the pool.
While the lifeguard was on duty, she pulled a toddler out of the pool. Previous