German Relative Clauses Flashcards
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What is a relative clause in German?
A relative clause is a dependent clause that provides additional information about a noun.
Which German word is commonly used to introduce relative clauses?
The word ‘der’, ‘die’, or ‘das’ is used, depending on the gender of the noun.
True or False: Relative clauses can stand alone as complete sentences.
False
Fill in the blank: A relative clause must agree in _____ and _____ with the noun it modifies.
gender, number
What is the function of a relative pronoun in a relative clause?
It connects the relative clause to the noun it describes.
Which relative pronoun would you use for a masculine singular noun?
der
What is the relative pronoun for a neuter singular noun?
das
Provide an example of a relative clause in German.
Der Mann, der dort steht, ist mein Vater.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a relative pronoun in German? A) der B) die C) was D) das
C) was
True or False: Relative clauses can also refer to people.
True
What is the difference between ‘der’ and ‘die’?
‘der’ is used for masculine nouns, while ‘die’ is used for feminine nouns.
Fill in the blank: In German, relative clauses are usually placed _____ the noun they refer to.
immediately after
What is the common structure of a relative clause?
Relative pronoun + verb + subject + object.
What happens to the word order in a relative clause?
The verb typically comes in the second position.
Provide an example where a relative clause describes a thing.
Das Buch, das ich lese, ist spannend.
Multiple choice: Which of the following sentences contains a relative clause? A) Ich gehe nach Hause. B) Der Hund, der bellt, ist laut. C) Sie liest ein Buch.
B) Der Hund, der bellt, ist laut.
True or False: The relative pronoun can be omitted in German relative clauses.
False
What is the relative pronoun for plural nouns?
die
Fill in the blank: A relative clause always starts with a _____ pronoun.
relative
What is the purpose of a relative clause?
To provide more information about a noun or to specify which noun is being referred to.
True or False: Relative clauses can be used to combine two independent clauses.
True
What is the effect of a relative clause on a sentence?
It adds detail and can make the sentence more complex.
Provide a sentence that uses a relative clause to describe a person.
Die Frau, die dort sitzt, ist meine Lehrerin.
What is the main rule regarding punctuation with relative clauses?
Relative clauses are usually set off by commas.
