Dependent clauses: Noun, Adverb, Adjective Clauses

Front

Select the dependent clause. After the game ended, we went to get ice cream.

Back

After the game ended

Answer explanation

The clause 'After the game ended' is dependent because it cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and starts with the subordinating conjunction 'After'.

Front

Complete the sentence: The teacher asked _____ we had finished our homework.

Back

if

Answer explanation

The word 'if' introduces a noun clause that functions as the object of the verb 'asked'.

Front

True or False: An adverb clause can modify an adjective.

Back

True

Answer explanation

Adverb clauses can modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.

Front

Identify the adjective clause in the sentence: The book that I borrowed from the library was fascinating.

Back

that I borrowed from the library

Answer explanation

The clause 'that I borrowed from the library' is an adjective clause that describes 'book'.

Front

Complete the sentence: Whenever we travel, we make sure to pack _____ we need.

Back

whatever

Answer explanation

The word 'whatever' introduces a noun clause that acts as the object of the verb 'pack'.

Front

True or False: Adjective clauses always begin with a relative pronoun.

Back

True

Answer explanation

Adjective clauses typically begin with relative pronouns such as 'who', 'whom', 'whose', 'which', or 'that'.

Front

Select the dependent clause in the sentence: We practiced until the sun set.

Back

until the sun set

Answer explanation

The clause 'until the sun set' is a dependent adverb clause that indicates time.

Front

Identify the adverb clause: I'll give you a call after I finish my homework.

Back

after I finish my homework

Answer explanation

The clause 'after I finish my homework' is an adverb clause indicating time.

Front

Complete the sentence: She sings _____ she were a professional.

Back

as though

Answer explanation

The phrase 'as though' introduces a clause that describes a manner.

Front

Select the sentence with an adverb clause: I will eat my vegetables if you give me dessert.

Back

if you give me dessert

Answer explanation

The clause 'if you give me dessert' is an adverb clause indicating a condition.