Structure: clauses, subordinate & Insubordinate - SS2 English Lesson Note

Clause: A clause is a group of words that has a subject and a verb. It can stand alone as a sentence (independent clause) or it can be part of a larger sentence (subordinate clause). Subordinate clause: A subordinate clause is a clause that cannot stand alone as a sentence. It always depends on an independent clause to complete its meaning. Subordinate clauses are introduced by subordinating conjunctions, such as because, if, when, while, that, and who. Insubordinate clause: An insubordinate clause is a clause that is used as a main clause, even though it has the structure of a subordinate clause. Insubordinate clauses are often used to express strong emotions or to make emphatic statements. Here are some examples of clauses, subordinate clauses, and insubordinate clauses: Clause: The cat sat on the mat. Subordinate clause: The cat that sat on the mat was white. Insubordinate clause: If I had a million dollars, I would buy a yacht.