18 Questions
What is the purpose of a non-defining relative clause?
To give additional, non-essential information about an already identified subject
How can a non-defining relative clause be identified?
It is separated by commas
When using a relative pronoun, what does 'who' refer to?
Identified persons
Which punctuation mark can be used to set off a non-defining relative clause?
Comma (,)
What is the function of a defining relative clause?
To give essential information for identifying the subject
When joining sentences with a relative clause, what should be considered important?
Ensuring clarity in identifying the subject
In the sentence 'These sportspersons are going to meet the President. ______ performance has been excellent.', which relative pronoun should fill in the blank?
Whose
Which of the following sentences demonstrates a 'hidden' relative pronoun?
The house sat on the crest of a low hill.
Which type of clause is used in the sentence 'Lencho prayed to God. His eyes see into our minds.'?
Adjectival clause
What is the purpose of using negatives like 'no' or 'not' in sentences?
To emphasize an idea
Which sentence from the text uses a negative word to emphasize an idea?
Lencho…had done nothing else but see the sky towards the northeast.
What is the correct relative pronoun to use in the sentence 'This man cheated me. I trusted him.'?
Whom
What is the purpose of asking students to make their own sentences with non-defining relative clauses?
To encourage creativity and application of non-defining relative clauses
In the given text, what does the poet describe as 'a dust of snow'?
Snow falling from a tree
How does the poet describe the hemlock tree in the poem?
As a poisonous plant with white flowers
What is the significance of the moment described in the poem?
It shows how small things can have a big impact
How does the poet's mood change after the dust of snow falls on him?
He experiences a change and saves part of his day from regret
What lesson can be learned from the poet's experience with the dust of snow?
'Dust of snow' can bring about positive changes in one's mood
Explore expressions of politeness and hope in the English language with examples of sentences using these concepts. Learn about relative clauses and how they are used within sentences.
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