2. We usually introduce an adjective clause
with who when we refer back to people.
noun
relative
pronoun verb + rest of adjective clause
The people will get there on time.who leave before 5:00 a.m.
USING ADJECTIVE CLAUSES TO DESCRIBE PEOPLE
3. You’re the only man
We may also use that, especially in conversation.
noun
relative
pronoun verb + rest of adjective clause
Have you talked to the woman that sent all those messages?
that can answer this question.
noun
relative
pronoun verb + rest of adjective clause
4. This skirt has stains
We usually introduce an adjective clause
with that when we refer back to things.
noun
relative
pronoun verb + rest of adjective clause
They’ve developed a fabric that stays wrinkle-free.
that aren’t going to come out.
USING ADJECTIVE CLAUSES TO DESCRIBE THINGS
noun
relative
pronoun verb + rest of adjective clause
5. In writing, we may sometimes choose which.
noun
relative
pronoun verb + rest of adjective clause
A study shows a different result.came out two years agowhich
7. Notice that the verb agrees with the noun that the
adjective clause describes.
plural
noun plural verb
The bills are on the desk.that haven’t been paid
I’m the kind of person who loves making lists.
singular noun singular verb
VERB FORMS IN SOME ADJECTIVE CLAUSES
