Adding And Expanding

Worksheet Description

This Relative Clauses worksheet provides a set of simple sentences that students are tasked with expanding by adding a restrictive clause. A restrictive clause is one that is essential to the meaning of the sentence and specifically defines or identifies the noun it modifies. The sentences are structured in a way that allows for the addition of details that will restrict or specify the subject of the sentence, such as “The woman who is speaking to the crowd is my mother.”

The worksheet is teaching students how to create restrictive relative clauses, which are crucial for providing specific information about the nouns in sentences. This exercise helps students practice crafting sentences that are more precise and informative. It also reinforces their understanding of how relative clauses function to limit or define the noun, making it clear exactly which person, place, thing, or idea is being referred to. This skill is important for clear communication and enhances students’ writing by allowing them to convey more detailed information in a concise manner.