Thursday, August 30, 2007

English for Runaways #270

I like the book which Jack is reading.

This is a tricky one! Simply remember 'which' introduces a non-restrictive (non-defining) clause or phrase and 'that' introduces a restrictive (defining) clause or phrase. In other words whatever follows 'that' is essential to the meaning of the sentence. Generaly you will also use commas with 'witch'.

I like Jack's book, which I have read myself. (non-restrictive)
I like the book that Jack is reading. (restrictive)

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