Relative Adverbs

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What is a relative adverb?

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A relative adverb is a word that introduces a relative clause and relates to a noun or pronoun in the main clause. Common relative adverbs include 'when', 'where', and 'why'.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'when' as a relative adverb.

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I remember the day when we first met.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'where' as a relative adverb.

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This is the park where we play soccer.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'why' as a relative adverb.

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I don't understand the reason why he left.

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What is the function of 'when' in a sentence?

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'When' is used to indicate a time or occasion.

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What is the function of 'where' in a sentence?

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'Where' is used to indicate a place or location.

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What is the function of 'why' in a sentence?

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'Why' is used to indicate a reason or explanation.

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Identify the relative adverb in this sentence: 'I will call you when I arrive.'

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'when' is the relative adverb.

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Identify the relative adverb in this sentence: 'Do you know where she lives?'

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'where' is the relative adverb.

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Complete the sentence with a relative adverb: 'This is the time __________ we went to the beach.'

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'when' completes the sentence.