SUBJECT AND OBJECT ADJECTIVE CLAUSES
1. ARRANGE Write the words in the correct order to form sentences.
1. materials / are / can be recycled. / Plastic and paper / that
2. which / Most dentists / contain fluoride. / recommend toothpastes
3. People / handle food / should always wear gloves. / who
4. that / end up in landfills. / Bottles / don’t get recycled
5. don’t eat meat / who / are called vegetarians. / People
6. discriminate against people in the workplace / that / Policies / are illegal.
2. Choose List A or List B. Define the words using subject and object adjective clauses.
Example: bench — something that people sit on
List A
Words Definitions
gasoline
bridge
dentist
germ
judge
List B
Words Definitions
newspaper
vaccine
carpenter
tree
optimist
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Module 5: The Environment • Lesson 3: Grammar
3. COMMUNICATE Find a partner who chose a different list and play a guessing game. Take turns
reading definitions and guessing the words.
4. COMMUNICATE Complete the sentences so that they are true for you. Add who, which, or that
and suitable endings. Share your answers with a partner and add details to explain them.
I don’t eat food that’s spicy. A year ago, I tried some spicy
Mexican food. I had to drink a lot of water because ...
1. I don’t eat food ...
2. One day, I hope I’ll have a job ...
3. I dislike people ...
4. I’d like to live in a neighborhood ...
5. I respect people ...
6. I like TV shows ...
7. I prefer politicians ...
8. I often put off tasks ...
1. Plastic and paper materials that can be recycled are.
2. Most dentists recommend toothpastes which contain fluoride.
3. People who handle food should always wear gloves.
4. Bottles that don't get recycled end up in landfills.
5. People who don't eat meat are called vegetarians.
6. Policies that discriminate against people in the workplace are illegal.
List A
gasoline - something that powers vehicles
bridge - a structure that connects two points
dentist - a person who specializes in oral health
germ - a microorganism that can cause disease
judge - a person who presides over a court of law
List B
newspaper - something that provides current information
vaccine - a substance that helps prevent diseases
carpenter - a person who works with wood
tree - a plant that has a woody stem
optimist - a person who has a positive outlook on life
Example sentence:
I respect people who have a positive outlook on life. About a year ago, I met someone who always looked at the bright side of situation, even in difficult times. They inspired me to...
can you do it for me Complete sentence
Sure! Here are the completed sentences for you:
1. I don’t eat food that's spicy. A year ago, I tried some spicy Mexican food. I had to drink a lot of water because it was too hot for me.
2. One day, I hope I’ll have a job that allows me to travel the world and experience different cultures.
3. I dislike people who are rude and disrespectful to others. I believe in treating everyone with kindness and respect.
4. I’d like to live in a neighborhood that has a strong sense of community and where neighbors look out for each other.
5. I respect people who work hard and never give up on their goals, no matter the obstacles they face.
6. I like TV shows that have a good mix of drama and comedy, keeping me entertained and engaged.
7. I prefer politicians who are honest, transparent, and truly care about serving the needs of their constituents.
8. I often put off tasks that seem overwhelming or difficult, but I am working on breaking that habit and tackling them one step at a time.