Noun clauses

 Definition:

A noun clause is a clause that functions as a noun in a sentence. It can play roles such as a subject, direct object, indirect object, object of a preposition, and more.

Structure:

A noun clause typically consists of a relative pronoun (such as "that," "who," "whom," "whose," or "which") or an interrogative word (such as "what," "where," "when," "why," or "how") followed by a verb and the rest of the clause.

Examples:  I know that he is coming.

   - "that he is coming" functions as the direct object of the main clause "I know."

In short answers, use so to replace a noun clause after the verbs think, believe, guess, and hope.A: Does Stephen King have a new book out?B: I think so. / I believe so. / I guess so. / I hope so.(so = that Stephen King has a new book out

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VOCABULARY FOR BOOKS

It’s a page-turner: It’s so interesting that you want to keep reading it.

It’s a cliff-hanger: It’s so exciting that you can’t wait to find out what happens next.

It’s a best-seller: It’s very popular, and everyone is buying copies.

It’s a fast read: It’s easy and enjoyable to read.

It’s hard to follow: It’s difficult to understand.

It’s trash: It’s very poor quality.

noun clauseI didn’t know that he wrote this book

noun clauseI didn’t know that he wrote this book