‘Wh’ clauses are types of noun clauses.  They act as a noun in a sentence.

Relating to Questions

‘Wh’ clauses can be related to questions.

  • Who is coming to the party?
    • I don’t know who is coming to the party.
  • Why did she marry him?
    • Why she married him is a mystery to me.

Used with Prepositions

‘Wh’ clauses can be used after prepositions.

  • They consulted us on what action they should take.

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