Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.
Correct answer: A. Noun clause
- A. Noun clause
- B. Adverb clause
- C. Adjective clause
- D. Preposition clause
Explanation
"That" in the second sentence refers back to the idea expressed in the first sentence, "Liberty means responsibility". This makes the entire first sentence a noun clause, functioning as the antecedent of the pronoun "That".The first sentence "Liberty means responsibility" is a noun clause because it:- Functions as a single unit, referring to an idea or concept- Is referenced by the pronoun "That" in the second sentence
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