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Understanding Adverbial Clauses in English Language

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Understanding Adverbial Clauses in English Language

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What is the function of an adverbial clause?

It is used to start a sentence.

It provides additional context and description. (correct)

It describes or modifies a subject.

It is always an independent clause.

How does an adverbial clause differ from a standard adverb?

An adverbial clause cannot provide context in a sentence.

An adverbial clause is always a dependent clause, while a standard adverb is independent. (correct)

An adverbial clause can stand on its own as an independent sentence.

A standard adverb modifies a noun, while an adverbial clause modifies a verb.

When should you use an adverbial clause in writing?

To decrease the clarity of your writing.

Only when you need to list multiple adverbs.

To make the sentence longer without adding meaning.

When you need to provide additional context that a standard adverb cannot. (correct)

What does it mean for an adverbial clause to be 'dependent'?

It relies on a main clause to form a complete sentence. Signup and view all the answers

In what way does an adverbial clause enrich a sentence?

By providing additional context and description. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between an adverbial clause and an adverbial phrase?

An adverbial clause contains a subject and a verb, while an adverbial phrase does not. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of adverbial clause describes how the action in the main clause is taking place?

Adverbial clauses of manner Signup and view all the answers

What do adverbial clauses of condition communicate?

The conditions related to the verb, adverb, or adjective Signup and view all the answers

Which subordinating conjunctions are commonly used in adverbial clauses of reason?

Because, unless, since Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between adverbial clauses of reason and adverbial clauses of purpose?

Adverbial clauses of reason explain why something is happening, while adverbial clauses of purpose explain the reason to take a specific action. Signup and view all the answers