Subordinating Clause Adjectival and Adverbial

I enjoy driving on winding roads [because it keeps you alert].

• Adjective Clause

• Adverb Clause

• Noun Clause

• Not a Subordinate Clause

[Although he was frightened], Bilbo overcame his fears and snuck into Smaug's lair.

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

• Noun clause

• Not a subordinate clause

The bicyclist [who wore his helmet] clearly valued his safety and well-being.

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

• Noun clause

• Not a subordinate clause

[That few people believed his story] did not bother Brian.

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

• Noun clause

• Not a subordinate clause

The coffee table [that sits in the living room] was purchased in Florida.

• Adjective Clause

• Adverb Clause

• Noun Clause

• Not a subordinate clause

[Because Ted was tired], he made numerous silly mistakes on the test.

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

• Noun clause

• Not a subordinate clause

[Whoever likes pepperoni pizza] will have a wonderful time at my party!

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

• Noun clause

• Not a subordinate clause

The park down the street is [where you can play basketball].

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

• Noun clause

• Not a subordinate clause

[Whomever knows the answer], should raise his or her hand and explain it to us.

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

• Noun clause

• Not a subordinate clause

[If you enjoy chocolate cake], you must try my recipe some time!

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

• Noun clause

• Not a subordinate clause