English NMDCAT

The clause expresses a condition ('if') upon which the main clause depends.

'Provided that' is a subordinating conjunction introducing a condition.

'Why he left' modifies the noun 'reason', characterizing it as an adjective (or relative) clause.

An adverbial clause of manner describes how an action is performed, often introduced by 'as if' or 'as though'.

A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent (subordinate) clause.

The relative clause modifies the noun 'man', identifying which man is being referred to.

The clause modifies the verb 'studying' by indicating the location where the action occurs.

'Unless' establishes the condition required for the action in the main clause to occur.

Compound sentences are created by connecting two or more independent clauses, typically using a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

This clause serves as the direct object of the verb 'believe'.

'Even though' introduces a concession (a contrast), indicating that the main action happened despite the warning.

Dependent clauses have a subject and verb but are introduced by a subordinating conjunction, making them unable to function as a standalone sentence.

Although 'where' often starts adverbial clauses, here it modifies the noun 'city', making it an adjective clause.

It consists of two independent clauses joined by the coordinating conjunction 'and'.

Adverbial clauses of result are often introduced by 'so...that', expressing the outcome of the action in the main clause.

'Whoever wins the race' acts as the subject of the verb 'will get'.

A noun clause can function as the direct object of a verb; here, it receives the action of 'told'.

An independent clause expresses a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence. 'The sun rose early' meets these criteria.

A subordinate clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and typically begins with a subordinating conjunction like 'although'.