Complex Sentences: Main vs Subordinate - Mythology
English
Year 9
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A worksheet focusing on identifying and analysing main and subordinate clauses within mythological texts to enhance understanding of complex sentences.
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Complex Sentences: Main vs Subordinate - Mythology
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Introduction to Complex Sentences in Mythology
In Greek mythology, the Titan Prometheus, who defied the gods, stole fire to give to humanity. Although Zeus was angry with him, Prometheus’s act symbolised human resilience and ingenuity. The gods, who resided on Mount Olympus, watched closely as humans began to harness fire, which was considered a divine gift. Despite their anger, the gods could not prevent Prometheus from suffering punishment, for his defiance was seen as a challenge to their authority. This myth reflects themes of rebellion, sacrifice, and the struggle between divine will and human innovation.
1.
Identify a sentence in the passage that contains both a main clause and a subordinate clause. Write down the sentence.
[2 marks]2.
Explain the function of the subordinate clause in the sentence: 'although Zeus was angry with him.'
[2 marks]3.
Which part of the passage describes the gods' reaction to Prometheus’s theft?
[2 marks]4.
Create a complex sentence of your own inspired by the myth of Prometheus, using both a main and subordinate clause.
[4 marks]5.
Analyze how the subordinate clause 'who defied the gods' adds meaning to the sentence about Prometheus.
[4 marks]6.
Identify the subordinate clause in the sentence: 'The gods, who resided on Mount Olympus, watched closely...'. What does this clause add?
[2 marks]7.
Choose the correct answer: Which of the following sentences contains a subordinate clause?
a) Prometheus stole fire.
b) The gods watched closely.
c) Although Prometheus defied the gods, he remained fearless.
d) Humanity harnessed fire.
[1 mark]Aa) Prometheus stole fire.
Bb) The gods watched closely.
Cc) Although Prometheus defied the gods, he remained fearless.
Dd) Humanity harnessed fire.
8.
Identify and underline the subordinate clause in the sentence: 'Despite their anger, the gods could not prevent Prometheus from suffering punishment.'
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- 1/1/2026
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