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14.3 Using Noun Clauses: Position (continued)

Notes
1. The fact that, the idea that, or the belief that are commonly used at the beginning of a sentence.
The idea that global warming exists continues to be a topic of debate.
2. The word that after the reporting verb may be omitted in speaking and informal writing. However, it is usually
included in academic writing.
Researchers stated that more studies needed to be conducted on the drug’s effectiveness.
3. Common verbs followed by noun clauses include announce, ask, believe, claim, conclude,
indicate, know, note, report, say, state, suggest, and think.
4. Common adjectives followed by noun clauses include aware, certain, clear, convinced,
obvious, sure, and worried.

ACTIVITY 2

Underline the correct word or phrase.

1. Medical researchers continue to study (that / why) some people live longer than others.

2. A recent survey showed (if / that) more students prefer reading their campus newspaper in print
rather than online.
3. In their campaign speeches, candidates typically say (that / what) they think their audiences want to
hear.

4. It is a fact (that / which) faculty at both liberal arts colleges and research universities conduct research
and teach classes.

5. (What / Whoever) discovered the Faroe Islands remains unknown to this day.
6. Doctors have begun warning patients about (that / the fact that) overusing antibiotics can lead to
antibiotic resistance and increased infections.

7. Although many citizens think (what / that) security cameras help prevent crime, there are reasons
to limit their use.

8. The survey asked consumers (which / that) three things they wanted to know about the service at
their local hospitals.
9. Researchers are investigating (that / whether) caffeine has positive health benefits.

10. (Where / Why) adults develop phobias is still largely unknown, but exposure therapy is a useful
treatment for many sufferers.

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