Question

9. Encircle the main clause and underline the subordinate clause: (1)
a. I could not tolerate what he said because it was quite insulting.
b. Come when you like.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

a) main:- I could not tolerate,It was quite insulting.

sub:- What he said because.

b) main:- come

sub:- when you like.

Answer 2

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What is clause?

A clause is a group of word that forms a part of a sentence which has a finite verb and a subject of its own.

It can have only one finite verb.

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What is Main clause?

A clause that can stand on its own is called main main/principal clause.

What is Subordinate clause?

A clause that cannot stand on its own is called subordinate clause.

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a) I could not tolerate what he said because it was quite insulting.

b) Come when you like.

Note: The bold part of the sentence is Main clause whereas the un bold part is Subordinate clause.

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