Noun Clause, Adjective Clause, and Adverb Clause | Quiz: Show What You Know!

In previous lessons, you've learned about clauses: the noun clause, the adjective clause, and the adverb clause. In this lesson, we'll do a quick review of the three types of clauses and compare them side by side.

0:23 Review of clauses
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A noun clause is a type of dependent clause classed as the same part of speech as a noun.

An adjective clause, also known as an adjectival, or relative clause is a dependent clause that modifies a noun or a pronoun. In effect, this clause functions as one part of speech: the adjective.

An adverb clause is a dependent or subordinate clause that has a relationship with the independent or main clause. In the same manner, adverb clauses add information that elaborates on when, where, why, how by modifying or describing verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs. An adverb clause is a dependent or subordinate clause that has a relationship with the independent or main clause.

At the end of the lesson, you will also have a chance to test your knowledge by taking a quiz.