12 Questions
What is the primary function of adverbials of time in a sentence?
To indicate the sequence of events
Which adverbial of time indicates the initial action or event?
Firstly
What is the purpose of using adverbials of time in a text?
To clarify the sequence of events
Which adverbial of time indicates an action that takes place at the same time as another?
Meanwhile
What is the function of 'finally' in a sequence of events?
To indicate the last action or event
What is the purpose of using 'next' in a sequence of events?
To indicate an action that comes after another
Adverbials of time can be used to show the ______ of events, making it clear what happened first, next, and last.
sequence
The adverbial first can be replaced with ______ in the beginning.
initially
After ______, we'll have a meeting with the clients.
that
The adverbial meanwhile can be replaced with ______ at the same time.
simultaneously
The adverbial finally can be replaced with ______ in the end.
lastly
Use a variety of adverbials to avoid ______ and add interest to your writing or speech.
repetition
Study Notes
Adverbial of Time: Sequence of Events
Defining Sequence of Events
- Adverbials of time that indicate the sequence of events in a text or sentence
- Used to show the order in which actions take place
Types of Adverbials of Time
- Firstly/First: indicating the initial action or event
- Then: indicating an action that follows another
- Next: indicating an action that comes after another
- After that: indicating an action that takes place after a previous one
- Meanwhile: indicating an action that takes place at the same time as another
- Finally: indicating the last action or event in a sequence
Examples
- "I'll finish my homework firstly, and then I'll go to the gym." (indicating the order of actions)
- "Next, we'll discuss the marketing strategy." (indicating an action that comes after another)
- "I'll meet you at the park after that." (indicating an action that takes place after a previous one)
Usage Tips
- Use adverbials of time to clarify the sequence of events in a text or sentence
- Use them to link ideas and show relationships between actions
- Use them to create a logical and coherent flow of events
Test your knowledge of adverbials of time that show the sequence of events in a sentence or text. Learn to use firstly, then, next, and after that correctly.
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