What are subordinate clause and connectors?
An example of a sentence involving subordinate and main clause is;
Rainforests are disappearing fast because of the destruction made by mankind.
The main clause in this case is "Rainforests are disappearing fast." It is a main clause as it can be a sentence on its own.
Now try reading the rest of the sentence without the main clause.
"Of the destruction made by mankind." It sounds wierd right? There seems to be another information either in front or behind this sentence and it doesn't soound like a complete sentence. Hence, it's known as a subordinate clause.
What is a connector then?
A connector is a word/words that join the two sentences together. Words such as because, hence, therefore, in order to, consequently, so, so that, etc...
After which, pupils are shown a story involving a mystery.
They were trapped in this crimson room and the only way to get out is to find out the clues of the hidden 3 categories of subordinate clauses.
Pupils of class 5-8, do you still remember what the 3 categories are? I certainly hope so.
Here's the diagram again to help re-freshen your memory. :| Again....
I hope that this lesson was informative to them although it seems like a game at first glance. I had spent many hours polishing and attaching the pictures to make it a semi-interactive game for them.Hope they have enjoyed all English lessons I conducted so far.
Mr Xie.
Mr Xie will should be able to use clauses in compo right? And by the way, your lessons are really fun and interesting and enjoyable! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, clauses are inevitable in compo. Remember the video on brainpop? It says that if your compo is made up of single sentences, it can be very boring and draggy.
ReplyDeleteGlad that you enjoyed the lessons i created.~ (",)