Two types of clause
I can identify two different types of subordinate clause.
Two types of clause
I can identify two different types of subordinate clause.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Any clause is a group of words that contains a verb.
- A main clause is a group of words that contains a verb and makes complete sense.
- A subordinate clause is a group of words that contains a verb that does not make complete sense.
- There are different types of subordinate clause.
- Any type of subordinate clause must be joined to a main clause to make sense.
Keywords
Clause - a group of words that contains a verb
Main clause - a group of words that contains a verb and makes complete sense
Subordinate clause - a group of words that contains a verb and does not make complete sense
Adverbial clause - a type of subordinate clause that starts with a subordinating conjunction
Relative clause - a type of subordinate clause that starts with a relative pronoun
Common misconception
Pupils may not understand that relative and adverbial clauses are two types of subordinate clause.
Emphasise that relative and adverbial clauses are both subordinate, but they are differentiated by their starting word and use in sentences.
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a naming word for a person, place or thing
a doing, being or having word
a word that describes a noun
a word that describes a verb