Temporal Clauses

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What is a temporal clause?

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A temporal clause is a dependent clause that indicates the timing of the action in the main clause, often introduced by conjunctions like 'when', 'after', 'before', 'until', etc.

Front

What conjunctions are commonly used to introduce temporal clauses?

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Common conjunctions include 'when', 'after', 'before', 'until', 'as soon as', and 'while'.

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How does the verb tense change in a temporal clause?

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In a temporal clause, the verb is usually in the present tense, even if the main clause is in the future tense.

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Complete the sentence: 'We will go to the park after you __________ your homework.'

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finish.

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Complete the sentence: 'When it _________ sunny, we will go for a picnic.'

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is.

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Complete the sentence: 'I will not speak to you until you ___________.'

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apologize.

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Complete the sentence: 'He will retire when he __________ 65.'

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turns.

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Complete the sentence: 'I will call him back as soon as I ___________ back home.'

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come.

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What is the correct form of the verb in a temporal clause when the main clause is in the future?

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The verb in the temporal clause is typically in the present simple tense.

Front

Why is it incorrect to say 'I will finish my homework after you will finish your homework'?

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Because the verb in the temporal clause should be in the present tense, not future.