Adv/Noun/Adj Clauses

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What is an adverb clause?

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An adverb clause is a dependent clause that modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb, indicating time, place, reason, condition, or manner.

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Example of an adverb clause in a sentence.

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"After I finished my homework, I went out to play." (The clause "After I finished my homework" modifies the verb "went.")

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What is a noun clause?

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A noun clause is a dependent clause that acts as a noun in a sentence, often serving as a subject, object, or complement.

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Example of a noun clause in a sentence.

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"Whoever wins the race will receive a trophy." (The clause "Whoever wins the race" acts as the subject.)

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What is an adjective clause?

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An adjective clause is a dependent clause that modifies a noun or pronoun, providing more information about it.

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Example of an adjective clause in a sentence.

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"The car that I bought last year is red." (The clause "that I bought last year" modifies the noun "car.")

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How do you identify an adverb clause in a sentence?

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Look for a dependent clause that answers questions like when, where, why, how, or to what extent.

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How do you identify a noun clause in a sentence?

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Look for a dependent clause that can be replaced with a noun and serves as a subject, object, or complement.

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How do you identify an adjective clause in a sentence?

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Look for a dependent clause that provides more information about a noun or pronoun, often starting with relative pronouns like who, whom, whose, which, or that.

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What is the function of an adverb clause in a sentence?

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It modifies a verb, adjective, or adverb, providing context such as time, place, reason, or condition.