Phrases_and_Clauses_explanation PPT.pptx

Adjective:

An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or a pronoun. It gives more information about a person, place, animal, or thing. Adjectives tell us which one, what kind, how many, or how much.

Examples:

She has a beautiful smile. (What kind of smile?)

There are five apples on the table. (How many apples?)



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Adverb:

An adverb is a word that describes or modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. It tells us how, when, where, how often, or to what extent something happens.

Examples:

He runs quickly. (How does he run?)

She arrived yesterday. (When did she arrive?)

They searched everywhere. (Where did they search?)



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Key Difference:

Adjectives describe nouns or pronouns.

Adverbs describe verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.

1. Phrases and Clauses Understanding the Building Blocks of Sentences

2. What Are Phrases and Clauses? Sentences are made of phrases and clauses. Knowing them helps in writing clear and correct sentences.

3. What is a Phrase? A phrase is a group of words that work together as a part of speech but do not contain both a subject and a verb. Examples: - In the morning - On the table - Running fast

4. Types of Phrases 1. Noun Phrase: The tall boy 2. Verb Phrase: is playing 3. Adjective Phrase: full of joy 4. Adverb Phrase: very quickly 5. Prepositional Phrase: under the tree

5. What is a Clause? A clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb. Examples: - She runs. - Because he was late

6. Types of Clauses 1. Independent Clause: - Can stand alone as a sentence. - Example: I enjoy reading. 2. Dependent Clause: - Cannot stand alone. Needs an independent clause. - Example: Because it was raining

7. Independent Clauses Definition: Expresses a complete thought. Example: We went home.

8. Dependent Clauses Definition: Does NOT express a complete thought. Examples: - When the bell rang - If you study hard

9. Kinds of Dependent Clauses 1. Noun Clause: What he said was true. 2. Adjective Clause: The book that I read was interesting. 3. Adverb Clause: I will call you when I arrive.

10. Difference Between Phrase and Clause Phrase | Clause No subject-verb | Has subject and verb Incomplete thought | Can be complete or incomplete Example: on the roof | Example: He is sleeping.

11. Examples Practice Identify whether it’s a Phrase or Clause: 1. After the movie (Phrase) 2. She danced gracefully (Clause) 3. In the classroom (Phrase) 4. When the sun sets (Clause)

12. Quick Recap Phrases = no subject + verb Clauses = has subject + verb Independent Clauses = complete sentence Dependent Clauses = incomplete without help

13. Thank You! Any Questions?