Welcome to our article on relative pronouns and defining relative clauses! Relative pronouns are a crucial part of English grammar as they are used to connect two clauses together in a sentence. These pronouns can help you expand your sentences as well as score higher in grammar tests. For learners who are preparing for the B1 exam, they can be especially useful in some parts of the Reading Paper, such as part 5 and Part 6.
Test your knowledge of relative pronouns and defining relative clauses by taking our quiz below. If you need some help, read our short grammar explanation before practising. When you feel ready, try the quiz and see how well you have understood the concepts. Good luck!
Relative pronoun: | Used for: |
who | people |
which | things or animals |
that | people, things or animals |
whose | possession |
when | time/period |
where | place |
Relative Pronoun: | Relative Clause example: |
who | This is the boy who sings really well. |
which | That’s the box which we need to throw away. |
that | The cat that broke the vase was Simon’s. |
whose | This is the teacher whose Instagram account has millions of followers. |
when | Do you remember when we first met? |
where | This is the bookshop where I buy comics from. |
