1. CHAPTER 17
The Clause

2. What is a Clause?
A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb
It may be used as a complete sentence…
Independent Clause
…Or part of a sentence
Dependent Clause

3. The Independent Clause
An independent clause expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence.
It will pass the “I know that..” Test
Ex: The Great Gatsby is a wonderful novel.
Ex: The Great Gatsby is a wonderful novel; however, it is often criticized for its controversial content.

4. The Subordinate Clause
Contains a subject and a verb but does NOT express a complete thought
Will NOT pass the “I know that…” Test
They are often (but not always) set off with a comma
They often (but not always) begin with a relative pronoun, WWWWW, or a subordinating conjunction

5. The Subordinate Clause
Ex: That we took to the grocery store.
Ex: While I was reading this really awesome book that I love.
We will examine adjective clauses, noun clauses, and adverb clauses
We will briefly discuss elliptical clauses
Complete Exercise 1 (ALL) pg 559