Noun Clause
A noun clause is a dependent clause that acts as a noun
A noun clause is a dependent clause that acts as a noun.
Example
She loves violet. (noun)
I know that she loves violet. (noun clause)
A noun clause can begin with words such as what, who, when, where, whether, which, why, how, etc.
Example
I don't know who called me.
It's important to state in your application why you want to work at the company.
A noun clause can act as subject, an object, or an object of a preposition.
Example
Why he did this was beyond my understanding. (subject)
We would like to know whether you see yourself coming back to our resort next year. (object)
She told us about how she managed to get her intern position. (object of a preposition)
Guided Practice
A noun clause is a dependent clause that acts as a noun.
Fill in the gaps with what, where, who.
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The police was trying to find out .................... was standing behind the recent crime.
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.................... he made his money never crossed my mind.
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Everyone wants to know .................... helps people become successful.
A noun clause can act as subject, an object, or an object of a preposition.
Underline noun clauses.
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When I was a kid, I wanted to know where unicorns live.
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Joey never explained why he moved abroad.
Short Story using Noun Clause
–I wish I could grow up faster!
–Why?
–Well, I could do whatever I wanted, I could be wherever I wanted. No one would ask me why I did something.
–Did you have a fight with your parents?
–No! I mean, sort of... They didn't like that I came home past midnight.
–Of course they didn't like it! And I guess you didn't even call them saying that you'll be that late.
Independent Practice
Underline noun clauses.
- It was very noisy; David couldn't hear what his wife was saying.
- Let me know what I can do for you.
- We are what we eat.
- Sarah didn't tell us how long she plans on staying in London.
- Whichever place you pick is fine. I really don't have a preference.
- We wanted to know what was the cheapest way to get to Boston.
- He is always doing whatever he wants!
Write 3 sentences with noun clauses.
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