Exercise 1: Identify the Noun Clause
Underline the noun clause in each sentence and identify its
function (subject, object, or predicate nominative).
1. What he said surprised everyone.
2. She doesn’t know where the keys are.
3. The truth is that she never lied.
4. I believe that hard work leads to success.
5. Whoever arrives first will get a prize.
Exercise 2: Complete the Sentence
Fill in the blanks with a noun clause to complete the sentences.
1. I don’t understand __________.
2. __________ makes me happy.
3. My biggest fear is __________.
4. They told us __________.
5. The teacher explained __________.
Exercise 3: Rewrite the Sentences
Rewrite the following sentences using a noun clause instead of
the underlined word or phrase.
1. His decision shocked everyone. → What he decided
shocked everyone.
2. Her answer was incorrect. → What she said was incorrect.
3. I know the truth. → I know what happened.
4. The winner will be announced tomorrow. → Who won will
be announced tomorrow.
5. Their location remains a mystery. → Where they are
remains a mystery.