Reduced Relative Clauses
Shorten relative clauses by removing pronouns
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A student describes people, places and documents precisely without repeating nouns.
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Answer: Defining information identifies the student.
Identify the exact word or structure that carries the intended meaning.
Answer: Defining contrasts with Non-defining.
Contrasting a model with a near alternative helps the important feature stand out.
Answer: Use “My uncle, who lives in Surat, is visiting”, not “My uncle, that lives…”.
Immediate corrective feedback is most useful when it identifies both the change and its purpose.
Answer: Applicants arriving after noon must report to reception.
The model is one possible answer. Your own accurate, natural example is the goal.
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