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. Examples include 'where', 'when', and 'why'.

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What does the relative adverb 'where' indicate?

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

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What does the relative adverb 'when' indicate?

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

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What does the relative adverb 'why' indicate?

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'Why' is used to explain reasons or purposes.

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Complete the sentence: I remember the day ____ we met.

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when

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CCSS.L.5.1A

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Complete the sentence: This is the place ____ I grew up.

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where

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CCSS.L.5.1A

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Complete the sentence: I don't understand the reason ____ she left.

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why

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CCSS.L.5.1A

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Which relative adverb would you use to ask about a location?

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'Where' is used to ask about a location.

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Which relative adverb would you use to ask about a time?

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'When' is used to ask about a time.

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Which relative adverb would you use to ask about a reason?

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'Why' is used to ask about a reason.