Using Phrases, Clauses and Sentences

Learning Activity Sheet in Grade 7

Quarter 1. Week 6

OLGA WAILAN WAD-EY

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 Using Phrases, Clauses and Sentences
Learning Competency: Use phrases, clauses, and sentences appropriately
and meaningfully (E7G-11-a-1)

Learning Objectives:
 define phrase, clauses and sentences; and
 use phrases, clauses, and sentences appropriately and meaningfully

Writing is one of the best ways of self-expression. At times when people

do not want to speak out what they feel inside, they tend to write it down.
Graham Greene, a British novelist once said that writing is a form of therapy.
When we write, we start with words, phrases, clauses then sentences
until we come up with paragraphs. This learning activity sheet will help you
understand the differences between phrases and clauses to that of sentences.
Furthermore, it will guide you in using phrases, clauses and sentences
meaningfully and appropriately.

PHRASES
A phrase is a group of words that functions in a sentence as a single part
of speech. Phrases do not contain a subject and a verb. Phrases are usually
introduced by prepositions.

A preposition is a word that relates a noun or a pronoun to another

word in a sentence.

Below are some of the examples of prepositions that you need to know in
order to be able to identify a prepositional phrase in a sentence. These
prepositions introduce a phrase.

 about from
 above inside
 below beside
 between for
 on before
 with after
 into through
 of outside
 Prepositional Phrase

A prepositional phrase has at least two parts: a preposition and a noun

or pronoun that is the object of the preposition. Study the diagram below:

from my friend

Preposition Noun

Pronoun

Examples:

These flowers from my friend are for sale.

Congratulations! You’re now ready for lesson 2! Note: there are other types
of phrases which you will be taking up in the higher grade levels.

CLAUSES
A Clause is a group of words consisting of a subject and a predicate.

There are two basic kinds of clauses: independent clause and

subordinate clause.

1. Independent clause – It has a subject and a verb and can stand by itself as
a complete sentence.

Examples:

1. The sun still shines after the rain.

Subject Verb

2. Subordinate clause – It is also known as a dependent clause. It has a

subject and a verb but cannot stand by itself as a complete sentence. It is only
a part of a sentence.

Example 1. after she performed her solo

Subject Verb
 Always bear in mind that a subordinate clause is always introduced by a
subordinating conjunction. Below are lists of subordinating conjunctions:

Comparison Time Concession

Than After Though
Rather than As soon as Although
Whether until Even though
As much as Whenever
Whereas Now that

Relative Pronouns Reason Condition

Who Because If
Whoever Since Only if
Whom So that Unless
Whomever In order (that) Provided that
Whose As Assuming that
Place Relative Adjectives Manner
Where That How
Wherever Whatever As though
Which As if
Whichever

Here are some examples of clauses; the independent clause is underlined

once while the subordinate clause is underlined twice.

1. As soon as the blades of the windmill revolve, it generates wind power.

2. Though it is a tiring activity, spelunking in Sagada remains to be on top of

the to-do lists of the tourists.

SENTENCE
A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought. It
contains a subject and a predicate and ends with a punctuation mark.
Example:
My teacher wrote a poem.
Subject Predicate
Two Basic Parts of a Sentence:
1. Subject – The subject of a sentence names whom or what the sentence is
about.
 a. Simple Subject – It is the main word or word group in the complete
subject. The subject is usually a noun or a pronoun.
Example:
The students of MPGCHS were required to enroll online.
b. Complete Subject – It includes all the words in the subject of a
sentence.
Example:
The students of MPGCHS were required to enroll online.
2. Predicate – The predicate tells what the subject does or has. It can also tell
what the subject is or is like.
a. Simple Predicate – It is the main word or word group in the complete
predicate. The predicate is always a verb.
Example:
The students of MPGCHS were required to enroll online.
b. Complete Predicate – It includes all the words in the predicate of a
sentence.
Example:
The students of MPGCHS were required to enroll online.

Activity 1
A. Recognizing Phrases. Read the sentences carefully. Then, underline the
prepositional phrase.

Example: I saw your notebook on the table.

1. Several houses on the street have decks.

2. We arrived at the theater early.

3. Juan quickly slipped under the gate.

B. Identifying and Classifying Clauses Read the following sentences then

classify it by underlining the independent clause once and the subordinate
clause twice. Some sentences have no subordinate clauses.

Example: You look happy whenever you’re with your friend.

1. The singer was terrific.

2. Before she came out on the stage, the band played several songs.

3. The audience started singing when the band took a break.

C. Identifying the Subject and the Predicate. Study the sentences below.
Underline the complete subject once and the complete predicate twice.

1. Frogs begin life as tadpoles.

2. The United Nations encourages peace and cooperation among nations.

3. My friend is selling her pre-loved clothes online.

4. Most students are working during weekends to support themselves.

Activity 2
Expanding Sentences Match Column A with Column B and C to expand the
sentence. Write the sentence you formed on the space provided. The simple
sentence does not need to be first in order. The phrase and clause may be placed
also at the beginning, at middle or at the end of the sentence.

Simple sentence Phrase Clause

1. This Earth isn’t our in the river who created the universe for us to
property. be happy.
2. Nature will take its from His Majesty yet no one is exempted when nature
toll. takes its toll.
3. Some people tend to to destroy but it is not yet late for everyone to
destroy Mother Nature save Mother Nature.
4. Will they ever in an unexpected after we have poisoned our bodies of
experience fishing? manner water?
5. We just borrowed it. for their own but it is a gift we have to nurture
consumption and enjoy.
1. ___________________________________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________________________________
3. ___________________________________________________________________________
4. ___________________________________________________________________________
5. ___________________________________________________________________________
 Activity 3
There two options for Activity 3. Select 1 activity which suits you better.

Option 1 Writing Application Here are five phrases and five clauses. Use
them in writing your own sentences.

a. Phrases b. Clauses

1. after the storm 1. that went viral online

2. before the pandemic 2. who is a successful writer

3. on the stage 3. because we solved the problem

` 4. of the song 4. when the movie was released

5. with my friend 5. if I have a laptop for online class

Option 2 Writing Application Write a short composition about your

dreams/goals in life. Use the questions below as your guide in developing your
paragraph. Do not forget to use phrases and clauses in your sentences.

Paragraph 1: What are your dreams/goals in life? What is your motto?

(Minimum of 3 sentences)

Paragraph 2: How are you going to achieve your dreams/goals in life despite
the pandemic we are experiencing at present? (Minimum of 7
sentences)

Paragraph 3: Write your reflections/recommendations/conclusions regarding

your topic. (Minimum of 5 sentences)

Directions: Your work will be graded based on the rubric on the next page.
Consequently, use the rubric as a guide when writing your paragraphs and check it
again before you submit your final output. The rubric was simplified to fit your work.
Use the next page for your composition. Good luck!
Traits 4 3 2 1
Focus & There is one clear, well There is one clear, well There is one topic. The topic and
focused topic. Main ideas focused topic. Main ideas are Main ideas are main ideas are
Details
are clear and are well clear but are not well somewhat clear. not clear.
supported by detailed and supported by detailed
accurate information.
information.
Organization The introduction is The introduction states the The introduction There is no
inviting, states the main main topic and provides an states the main clear
topic, and provides an overview of the paper. A topic. A conclusion introduction,
overview of the paper. conclusion is included. is included. structure, or
Information is relevant conclusion.
and presented in a logical
order. The conclusion is
strong.
Voice The author’s purpose of The author’s purpose of The author’s The author’s
writing is very clear. The writing is somewhat clear. knowledge and/or purpose of
author’s extensive The author’s knowledge experience with the writing is
knowledge and/or and/or experience with the topic is/are limited. unclear.
experience with the topic topic is/are evident.
is/are evident.
Word Choice The author uses vivid The author uses vivid words The author uses The writer
words and phrases. The and phrases. The choice and words that uses a limited
choice and placement of placement of words is communicate vocabulary.
words seems accurate, inaccurate at times and/or clearly, but the
natural, and not forced. seems overdone. writing lacks
variety.
Sentence All sentences are well Most sentences are well Most sentences are The author
Structure, constructed and have constructed and have varied well constructed, makes
Grammar, varied structure and structure and length. but they have a numerous
length. similar structure errors.
Mechanics, &
and/or length.
Spelling
Traits 4 3 2 1
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Key Takeaways
How did your activities go? I hope you had a great time using phrases
and clauses in your sentences. Now let’s simplify what you have just learned by
noting the following:
 a sentence has a subject and a predicate that together express a
complete thought;
 phrases and clauses modify or change the meaning of nouns. These
two makes what you want to say clearer and more specific when used in
sentences.
Finally, always find time to read. By doing so, you will be able to broaden
your skills such as vocabulary, communication skills among others. Strive to
write events in your life that you find memorable to further polish your writing
skills and an application of those that you read.
 Answer Key

Activity 1
1. Several houses on the street have decks.
2. We arrived at the theater early.
3. Juan quickly slipped under the gate.
B. Identifying and Classifying Clauses
1. The singer was terrific.
2. Before she came out on the stage, the band played several songs.
3. When the curtain closed, we knew the show was over.
C. Identifying the Subject and the Predicate.

1. Frogs begin life as tadpoles.

2. The United Nations encourages peace and cooperation among nations.

3. My friend is selling her pre-loved clothes online.

4. Most students are working during weekends to support themselves.

Activity 2

1. This Earth isn’t our property to destroy; instead, it is a gift we have to

nurture and enjoy.

2. Nature will take its toll in an unexpected manner, but it is not yet late for
everyone to save Mother Nature.

3. Some people tend to destroy Mother Nature for their own consumption,
yet no one is exempted when nature takes its toll.

4. Will they ever experience fishing in the river after we have poisoned our
bodies of water?

5. We just borrowed it from His Majesty who created the universe for us to
be happy.
Activity 3
Answers vary
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Wad-ey, O., (2020)―Using Phrases, Clauses and Sentences, Module 6 in Grade 7 First Quarter‖
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