Adverb Clauses

What is the relationship between the two clauses in the following sentence?

"As long as Scott remains president of this company, promotions will continue to be based on merit rather than seniority."

• contrast

• reason

• condition

• result

Many companies are now producing self-driving cars, _____ just ten years ago, most people thought of this as science fiction.

• whereas

• as opposed to

• since

• after

No one will be able to help you ______ you don't first help yourself.

• while

• so that

• if

• unless

Which of the following is not a conjunction that shows contrast?

• whereas

• while

• although

• as

What is the relationship between the two clauses in the following sentence?

"While I do agree with the basic thesis of your essay, I do not find your arguments convincing."

• time

• purpose

• contrast

• comparison

Adverb clauses must have a relationship with an independent clause.

• true

• false

What is the relationship between the two clauses in the following sentence?

"Since this is the first time you've been late with an assignment, I'll give you a one-week extension, but make sure this never happens again."

• cause

• time

• reason

• condition

Which of the following can be used as a conjunction to show a relationship of reason?

• As

• Since

• Because

• All of these show reason

• None of these show reason

Everyone, please do not ask Stacy for help today _______ she can concentrate on her task and have it finished by the end of the shift.

• whereas

• as long as

• because

• so that

_______ many attempts, the team finally succeeded in transferring the chemicals in a stable state.

• Though

• After

• While

• As