ACT English which vs that flashcards
This study set covers the use of 'which' and 'that' in English grammar, focusing on defining and non-defining clauses.
Quiz(40 questions)
1. Which word is used for non-essential clauses?
Terms in this Study Set(40)
Defining vs. Non-Defining Clauses(16)
'That' clauses are used for?
Defining information—essential to the meaning.
'Which' clauses are used for?
Non-defining information—not essential, set off by commas.
True or False: 'That' and 'which' are interchangeable.
False: 'That' is essential; 'which' is not.
Fill in the blank: The book _____ I borrowed is great.
'that' (defining clause).
Example of 'which' in a sentence.
The car, which was red, sped by.
Define 'defining clause'.
A clause that specifies and is essential.
Define 'non-defining clause'.
A clause that adds extra info, not essential.
Choose the correct word: The house _____ I live in is blue.
'that' (defining clause).
True or False: Non-defining clauses require commas.
True: They should always be set off by commas.
Which is correct? The students _____ finished early left.
'that' (defining clause).
Compare: 'The book that I read' vs. 'The book, which I read.'
'That' is essential; 'which' adds extra info.
Cause → Effect: 'That' introduces a defining clause.
It clarifies which object is meant.
Fill in the blank: The park _____ I visit is large.
'that' (defining clause).
Example of a non-defining clause.
My brother, who lives abroad, is visiting.
Identify the clause: 'The car that I bought is fast.'
Defining clause: specifies which car.
Identify the clause: 'The dog, which barks loudly, is friendly.'
Non-defining clause: adds extra detail.
Examples and Practice(24)
Which word is used for essential clauses?
That is used for essential (defining) clauses.
Fill in the blank: The car ___ I bought is red.
that
True or False: 'Which' is used for essential information.
False - 'Which' provides non-essential information.
Choose the correct word: The book ___ I read was thrilling.
that
Which is correct? 'The pizza, which was cold, was inedible.' or 'The pizza that was cold was inedible.'
'The pizza that was cold was inedible.' is correct.
Example: The house ___ I grew up in is for sale.
that
Cause → Effect: 'The book is on sale' → 'It is cheaper'. Which clause is this?
Non-defining: 'which is on sale.'
Fill in the blank: The restaurant ___ serves Italian food is popular.
that
Which word clarifies information about a noun?
'Which' adds non-essential information.
Choose the correct word: 'The car, ___ was parked outside, was stolen.'
which
True or False: Both 'that' and 'which' can start a sentence.
False - 'That' cannot start a sentence.
Compare: 'The dog that barks is mine.' vs. 'The dog, which is friendly, is mine.'
'That' specifies which dog; 'which' adds extra info.
What is the role of 'that' in a sentence?
To define or restrict the noun it follows.
Fill in the blank: The candy ___ I like is chocolate.
that
True or False: You can omit 'that' in a defining clause.
True - 'The book I read was great.'
Choose the correct word: 'The movie, ___ won awards, was amazing.'
which
Example: The athlete ___ won the race is my friend.
that
Fill in the blank: The painting ___ hangs in the hall is expensive.
that
What does 'which' provide in a sentence?
Additional, non-essential information.
Choose the correct word: 'The car ___ I wanted is sold out.'
that
True or False: 'Which' can be used in defining clauses.
False - 'Which' is non-defining.
Compare: 'The table that is broken needs repair.' vs. 'The table, which is old, is sturdy.'
'That' indicates the specific table; 'which' gives extra details.
Fill in the blank: The show ___ I watched was interesting.
that
What is the function of 'which'?
To add information about a noun.
Questions in this Study Set(40)
1. Which word is used for non-essential clauses?
2. What is a defining clause?
3. Fill in the blank: The book ___ I borrowed was fascinating.
4. Which word should be used in this sentence? 'The book _____ I read was fascinating.'
5. True or False: 'That' can be used for both essential and non-essential information.
6. True or False: Non-defining clauses should be set off by commas.
7. Choose the correct word: The car ___ I drove to work is in the shop.
8. Choose the correct word: 'The car _____ I drove was blue.'
9. Which is correct? 'The tree, which is tall, provides shade.' or 'The tree that is tall provides shade.'
10. Identify the clause: 'The house, which has a red door, is for sale.'
11. Example: The movie ___ I watched last night was thrilling.
12. Which is NOT a characteristic of a defining clause?
13. Cause → Effect: 'The project was completed' → 'It was successful.' Which clause is this?
14. What is the function of a non-defining clause?
15. Fill in the blank: The restaurant ___ is famous for its pizza is always busy.
16. Fill in the blank: 'The movie _____ we watched was thrilling.'
17. Which word adds additional information about a noun?
18. True or False: 'That' and 'which' can be used interchangeably in all cases.
19. Choose the correct word: 'The painting, ___ was painted in 1800, is valuable.'
20. In the sentence 'The dog that barked is mine', what type of clause is 'that barked'?
21. True or False: 'That' can start a sentence.
22. Choose the correct option: 'My sister, _____ lives in California, is visiting.'
23. Compare: 'The bicycle that is new is mine.' vs. 'The bicycle, which is blue, is mine.'
24. What does a defining clause do?
25. What is the role of 'which' in a sentence?
26. Fill in the blank: 'The restaurant _____ I like is downtown.'
27. Fill in the blank: The concert ___ I attended was amazing.
28. Identify the type of clause: 'The bicycle, which was red, is new.'
29. True or False: You can omit 'which' in a non-defining clause.
30. Which is an example of a defining clause?
31. Choose the correct word: 'The building, ___ was constructed in 1920, is a landmark.'
32. Choose the correct option: 'The teacher _____ assigned the homework is very strict.'
33. Example: The teacher ___ assigned the homework is very kind.
34. Fill in the blank: The flowers ___ bloomed in spring are beautiful.
35. What does 'which' provide in a sentence?
36. Choose the correct word: 'The book ___ I enjoyed is on the shelf.'
37. True or False: 'Which' can be used in defining clauses.
38. Compare: 'The cat that is sleeping is mine.' vs. 'The cat, which is fluffy, is mine.'
39. Fill in the blank: The show ___ I watched last week was informative.
40. What is the function of 'that'?
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