English II clauses

relative

A --- pronoun introduces the adjective clause.

although he spends much time playing tennis although manages

Although he spends much time playing tennis, he manages to get his studying done. Adverb clause: Subordinating conjunction: Word(s) modified:

Adjective clause: whom I had not seen for several years modified: some

Analyze the sentence to select the adjective clause and the word(s) it modifies. All of my cousins, some whom I had not seen for several years, came to the reunion.

Adjective clause: who is a Christian modified: Charles Colson

Analyze the sentence to select the adjective clause and the word(s) it modifies. Charles Colson, who is a Christian, wrote the book Born Again.

Adjective clause: modified:

Analyze the sentence to select the adjective clause and the word(s) it modifies. Did you buy the product that I recommended?

Adjective clause: that she made modified: suggestions

Analyze the sentence to select the adjective clause and the word(s) it modifies. The suggestions that she made were very helpful.

Adjective clause: that I told you about modified: novel

Analyze the sentence to select the adjective clause and the word(s) it modifies. This is the novel that I told you about.

complex

As we grow older, we mature in our ability to use words.

Appositive

Does not follow a linking verb, renames noun immediately before it

Subject

Does the verb

Predicate Noun

Follows a linking verb, renames subject

Object of a Preposition

Follows a preposition, shows a noun's position

Indirect Object

Found between the verb and direct object

whenever he is called whenever responds

He responds whenever he is called. Adverb clause: Subordinating conjunction: Word(s) modified:

The cake

Identify the direct object of the following sentence. James ate the cake.

Object of a Preposition

Identify the function of the underlined noun in the following sentence. I went to the store, a grocery store, to get supplies.

James

Identify the subject of the following sentence. James ate the cake.

comparison

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. He looked as if he had just run a race. Relationship

comparison

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. I can throw the ball as far as you can. Relationship

condition

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. If you have finished washing dishes, I will help you with your homework. Relationship

purpose

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. My mother gave me a key so that I would not be locked out of the house. Relationship

place

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. The police searched where the witness indicated. Relationship:

reason

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. We planned the birthday party at the park because he wanted to have a water balloon fight. Relationship

condition

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. We want to start as soon as you arrive. Relationship:

time

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. We want to start as soon as you arrive. Relationship:

time

Identify the type of relationship defined by the subordinating conjunction in the sentence. Wipe your feet before you come into the house. Relationship:

whom

My friend, --- I met in kindergarten, is now my college roommate.

since you have a test tomorrow since get

Please get to bed early since you have a test tomorrow. Adverb clause: Subordinating conjunction: Word(s) modified:

Direct Object

Receives the action of the verb

When buying expensive items be careful, is this item necessary? will you actually use this item often enough for its worth? Are you just buying it to stay on trends? Do research about different varieties of that item. Research the cost and reliability of different brands. Don't get stuck with a "lemon". Also consider the cost of running the item. Things like the amount of electricity or gas used could drive the price up even more. These are a few examples to consider when buying an expensive ite

Retype this paragraph using a variety of compound, complex, or compound-complex sentences in place of the simple ones. Some sentences may remain simple, but the paragraph should flow smoothly. Be careful about purchasing expensive items. Is the item really a necessity for you? Will you actually use this item often? Are you just buying it to stay "with it" socially? Do some research about available varieties. Do some research about cost and reliability of various brands. You don't want to be stuck with a "lemon." You should also consider the cost of running the item. It may use a lot of electricity or gas. You may then have even more expense than the purchase price. These are just a few things to consider. Buying an expensive item requires care.

We should spend time together when the weather warms up and go shopping for new suits to swim in! got half marks btw

Rewrite this sentence from the lesson as two or three sentences so that it is clearer to the reader. Keep the ideas, but you may change the wording and sentence structure as needed. If the weather ever warms up so that we can swim, and if we can find new suits that we like and that we can afford, then we will know what we will be doing with the time that we have free from school because we need to do things together that we enjoy in order to remain the good friends that we are.

PN

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. A good night's sleep is what I need most. S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition

PN

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. A lecture on cleanliness was not what the children wanted to hear. S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition

DO

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. Have you discovered where you left your books? S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition

OP

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. Our charitable contributions should go to whatever groups seem most worthy. S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition

S

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. That you overslept is a serious matter. S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition

DO

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. The chairman heard what was said about the program. S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition PN

OP

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. The valedictory prize will be awarded to whoever has the highest academic rating. S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition

S

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. What I had been hoping for was a scholarship. S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition

S

Select the abbreviation that tells how the italicized noun clause is used. What I wanted to do was to finish my work. S-subject, DO-direct object, PN-predicate noun, OP-object of preposition

False

The following sentence with an adverb clause is punctuated correctly. Select true or false? Although playing tennis is his passion he also enjoys other sports.

False

The following sentence with an adverb clause is punctuated correctly. Select true or false? The mouse while it ate the bait, did not see the cat.

True

The following sentence, which has an adverb clause, is written correctly. Select true or false? When applying for a job, be careful to write everything correctly.

True

The following sentence, which has an adverb clause, is written correctly. Select true or false? While searching through the attic, I could not find the antique vase.

complex

The hazards of oil drilling were demonstrated when an oil rig in the North Sea exploded.

who

The manager --- wins the series selects the starting pitcher.

antecedent

The word, phrase or clause to which a pronoun refers is called the

who

The youngster had difficulty understanding her teacher, ----emigrated from Yugoslavia.

Gabrielle found the kitten asleep in a gardening pot, so she moved the pot onto the porch for protection.

Which sentence correctly combines two simple sentences into one compound sentence? Gabrielle found the kitten asleep in a gardening pot. She moved the pot onto the porch for protection. When Gabrielle found the kitten asleep in a gardening pot, she moved the pot onto the porch for protection. Gabrielle found the kitten asleep in a gardening pot and moved the pot onto the porch for protection. Gabrielle found the kitten asleep in a gardening pot, so she moved the pot onto the porch for protection.

correct and meets the stated goal

Writing goal: These two simple sentences are to be combined to form a complex sentence. New officers will be elected to the building committee on Thursday. The new committee will then meet on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. The result is this: After new officers are elected to the building committee on Thursday, the new committee will meet on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.

correct and meets the stated goal

Writing goal: These two simple sentences are to be combined to form a compound sentence. The family's pet dog smelled smoke in the house. The dog woke the family by barking. The result is this: The family's pet dog smelled smoke in the house, and he woke the family by barking.

incorrect because it is not joined correctly

Writing goal: These two simple sentences are to be combined to form a compound sentence. The house was very cold this morning. We huddled under our blankets during breakfast. The result is this: The house was very cold this morning, we huddled under our blankets during breakfast.

correct but not a compound sentence

Writing goal: These two simple sentences are to be combined to form a compound sentence. We cannot see the parade from our house. Our house has too many tall trees around it. The result is this: We cannot see the parade from our house because our house has too many tall trees around it.

correct and meets the stated goal

Writing goal: This compound sentence is to be made into a simple sentence. The snow is falling heavily this morning, but it won't last long. The result is this: The snow is falling heavily this morning but won't last long.

Appositive

identify the function of the underlined noun in the following sentence. I ran the route, in record time a five-mile loop

Noun clauses act as nouns in a sentence. Noun clauses sometimes begin with pronouns. Noun clauses can rename the subject of a sentence.

Which is an accurate statement regarding a noun clause? Choose three. Noun clauses act as nouns in a sentence. Noun clauses can stand alone as independent sentences. Noun clauses sometimes begin with pronouns. Noun clauses act as modifiers. Noun clauses can rename the subject of a sentence.

Monica walked very carefully down the stairs in the dark but she fell on the last step. got half marks btw

Combine these simple sentences into one compound sentence. Monica walked very carefully down the stairs in the dark. She fell on the last step.

Jose saw a figure in the distance so he ran to it. got it wrong but teach said this "An adverb phrase is needed to create a complex sentence."

Jose saw a figure in the distance. Jose ran to see the figure.

False

In the following sentence, "While shopping" is an example of the correct use of an elliptical clause. Select true or false? While shopping, an alarm sounded throughout the store.

compound-complex

The survey that revealed increased awareness of child safety issues was encouraging, but many parents still seek more government action.

whom

Those women ----- you told me to seat at table three just left.

when you obey your parents when please

When you obey your parents, you please the Lord. Adverb clause: Subordinating conjunction: Word(s) modified:

compound

You will not be able to see the planets through the telescope tonight; the observatory is closed.

subordinate clause

a clause whose meaning is incomplete and must depend on the main clause to complete the thought

clause

a group of words containing a subject and a predicate and used as part of a sentence

phrase

a group of words not having a subject and predicate, used as a single part of speech