Adverb Clauses

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What is an adverb clause?

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An adverb clause is a dependent clause that modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb, providing information about how, when, where, why, or to what extent something happens.

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What type of clause is an adverb clause?

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Dependent clause.

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True or False: An adverb clause can stand alone as a complete sentence.

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False.

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What does an adverb clause modify in a sentence?

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It modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb.

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What punctuation is needed when an adverb clause is at the beginning of a sentence?

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Comma.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A word that introduces an adverb clause and connects it to an independent clause.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Because, although, when, if, since.

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Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction: 'how', 'when', 'whereas', 'because'?

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'When', 'whereas', and 'because' are subordinating conjunctions; 'how' is not.

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What is the function of an adverb clause in a sentence?

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To provide additional information about the action or state described by the verb.

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Can an adverb clause appear at the end of a sentence?

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Yes, an adverb clause can appear at the end of a sentence.