## Video Script: Understanding the Conjunction
## Video Script: Understanding the Conjunction "Which"
### [Opening Scene]
**[Background music playing softly]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
Hi, everyone! Welcome back to our channel where we make English grammar easy and fun to learn.
Today, we're diving into the world of conjunctions, specifically the conjunction "which." Whether you're
writing essays, emails, or just chatting with friends, mastering "which" can help you communicate more
clearly and effectively. Let's get started!
### [Scene Transition: Introduction to "Which"]
**[Cut to animated title: "Understanding 'Which'"]**
**Narrator (voiceover):**
So, what exactly is "which"? In English, "which" is used as a relative pronoun to introduce relative
clauses. It helps to give more information about the subject or object in the sentence. Let's break it
down.
### [Scene Transition: Defining and Non-Defining Clauses]
**[Cut to Narrator in front of whiteboard]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
First, let's talk about the two main types of relative clauses: defining and non-defining clauses.
**[Whiteboard Illustration: "Defining Clause" written on one side and "Non-Defining Clause" on the other
side]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
A defining clause provides essential information about the noun it follows. Without this clause, the
sentence wouldn't make much sense. For example:
**[Text on screen: "The book which I borrowed from the library is fascinating."]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
Here, "which I borrowed from the library" tells us exactly which book we're talking about.
**Narrator (on-screen):**
On the other hand, a non-defining clause adds extra information about a noun that is already clear. You
can remove this clause, and the sentence will still make sense. For example:
**[Text on screen: "My car, which I bought last year, is already having issues."]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
In this case, "which I bought last year" gives additional information, but even without it, we know the
subject is "my car."
### [Scene Transition: Punctuation Tips]
**[Cut to Narrator sitting at a desk with a laptop]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
Now, let's talk about punctuation. For defining clauses, we don't use commas. For example:
**[Text on screen: "The movie which we watched last night was thrilling."]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
For non-defining clauses, we use commas to set off the extra information. Like this:
**[Text on screen: "Paris, which is the capital of France, is known for its art and culture."]**
### [Scene Transition: Examples and Practice]
**[Cut to Narrator standing in front of a classroom]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
Let's practice with a few more examples. I'll say a sentence, and you decide if it's a defining or non-
defining clause.
**[Text on screen: "The cake which Mary baked was delicious."]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
Is this a defining or non-defining clause? That's right! It's a defining clause because it tells us exactly
which cake we're talking about.
**[Text on screen: "The Eiffel Tower, which is located in Paris, is a popular tourist attraction."]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
And this one? Correct! It's a non-defining clause because it provides extra information about the Eiffel
Tower.
### [Scene Transition: Common Mistakes]
**[Cut to Narrator back at the whiteboard]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
Now, let's go over some common mistakes. One common error is mixing up "which" with "that."
Remember, "which" is used for non-defining clauses, and "that" is used for defining clauses. For
example:
**[Text on screen: "The book that I borrowed is fascinating." (Correct)]**
**[Text on screen: "The book, that I borrowed, is fascinating." (Incorrect)]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
Also, avoid using "which" without a clear antecedent. Make sure it's always clear what noun "which" is
referring to.
### [Scene Transition: Conclusion]
**[Cut to Narrator standing in front of a colorful background]**
**Narrator (on-screen):**
And there you have it! A quick guide to using the conjunction "which." Remember to practice using
defining
