Noun Clauses MCQs Quiz | Class 9
This is an online MCQ quiz for Class IX Communicative English (Code 101), Unit: Grammar. The topic is Noun Clauses MCQs Quiz | Class 9, covering the identification and usage of noun clauses in sentences. Attempt all questions, click ‘Submit Quiz’ to see your score, and download the PDF answer sheet for review.
Understanding Noun Clauses
A Noun Clause is a dependent clause that functions as a noun in a sentence. It can act as a subject, an object of a verb, an object of a preposition, a subject complement, or an appositive. Because it functions as a noun, it can usually be replaced by a pronoun like “it”, “this”, or “that”.
How to Identify a Noun Clause
Noun clauses typically begin with specific words that connect them to the main clause. These introductory words include:
- Subordinating Conjunctions: that, if, whether
- Interrogative Pronouns: who, whom, whose, which, what
- Interrogative Adverbs: when, where, why, how
A good test is to ask the question “what?”. The noun clause will often be the answer to that question. For example, in “I know what you mean,” asking “I know what?” gives the answer “what you mean.”
Functions of a Noun Clause
Here are the primary ways a noun clause can be used in a sentence, with examples:
| Function | Example |
|---|---|
| Subject of a Verb | What he said surprised everyone. (It surprised everyone.) |
| Direct Object of a Verb | She did not know why he was upset. (She did not know it.) |
| Object of a Preposition | Pay close attention to what the teacher says. (Pay attention to it.) |
| Subject Complement | The problem is that we have run out of time. (The problem is this.) |
| Appositive | The idea, that we should leave early, was a good one. (The idea = that we should leave early) |
Quick Revision Points
- A noun clause is a group of words with a subject and a verb that acts as a single noun.
- It cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
- It answers the question “who?” or “what?”.
- It is introduced by words like ‘that’, ‘what’, ‘who’, ‘whether’, ‘if’, ‘why’, etc.
- It can be replaced by a pronoun like ‘it’ or ‘something’ to test its function.
Extra Practice Questions
Identify the noun clause in each sentence and state its function.
- Where we will go for our vacation has not been decided yet.
- I believe that honesty is the best policy.
- The prize will go to whoever finishes the race first.
- My main concern is how we are going to solve this issue.
- The rumor that the school was closing was untrue.
