Question

What is the function of the noun clause in this sentence?

The street musicians sang to whomever passed them.
a) subject
b) appositive
c) object of a preposition
d)direct object

Answer 1

A, they are the subject

Answer 2

C.

Step-by-step explanation:

The noun clause in grammar is a dependent clause that serves as a noun in the sentence.

The function of the noun clause in the given sentence is to identify 'Object of a preposition'.

The object of a preposition in grammar is the state when in a sentence preposition governs the noun or the pronoun of the sentence.

The object of preposition in this sentence is 'whomever'.

So, the correct answer is option C.