Adjective and Adverb Clauses Flashcardizz

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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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What is an adverb clause?

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An adverb clause is a dependent clause that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, explaining how, when, where, why, or to what extent.

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Identify the clause: 'The penguin ate 14 sardines (because he was so hungry).' What does it modify?

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Adverb clause (describing ate).

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Identify the clause: '(Even though he is talented), many people do not like Kanye West.' What does it modify?

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Adverb clause (modifying like).

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Identify the clause: 'My friend and I went to see the movie (that everyone has been raving about).' What does it modify?

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Adjective clause (describing movie).

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Identify the clause: '(When the bell rang), children ran out of the class happily.' What does it modify?

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Adverb clause (describing ran).

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Identify the clause: '(When I get hungry late at night), I make myself a little snack.' What does it modify?

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Adverb clause (describing make).

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What is the difference between an adjective clause and an adverb clause?

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An adjective clause modifies nouns, while an adverb clause modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.

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Provide an example of an adjective clause.

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'The book that I borrowed was fascinating.' (The clause 'that I borrowed' describes 'the book').

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Provide an example of an adverb clause.

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'I will call you when I arrive.' (The clause 'when I arrive' describes 'will call').