Clauses
Clauses
Clauses
Ask ‘what’ to the verb in the main clause to get the subordinate clause
as an answer
That he is rich is quite natural
Main clause = (It) is quite natural
Subordinate Noun Clause = that he is rich
I explained to him why I failed
Main clause = I explained to him
Subordinate Noun Clause = why I failed
The judges will award whichever painting they like.
Main clause = The judges will award
Subordinate Noun Clause = whichever painting they like.
Adjective Clause
Ask ‘which’ to the noun in the main clause to get the subordinate
clause as answer
I bought a house which is old
Main clause = I bought a house
which is old = Subordinate Adjective Clause.
2. Unless she works hard, she will not pass the examination.
Ans: She will not pass the examination= Main Clause
Unless she works hard = Subordinate Adverb clause of condition.
Adverb Clause of Manner