Adverb Clause Revision (17.1-17.2)

Identify the function of the adverb clause in this sentence:

Since I was a child, I have been a big fan of classical music.

• Time

• Condition

• Concession (contrast)

• Reason

Identify the function of the adverb clause in this sentence:

I will tell you everything only if you promise to keep it secret.

• Time

• Condition

• Concession (contrast)

• Reason

Identify the function of the adverb clause in this sentence:

While many people believe zoos are still necessary for sightseeing, I strongly doubt that they are doing more good than harm.

• Time

• Condition

• Concession (contrast)

• Reason

Identify the function of the adverb clause in this sentence:

She decided to quit the class since she learnt everything already.

• Time

• Condition

• Concession (contrast)

• Reason

Choose ALL the possible subordinators for the blank.

You must lock the door __ you leave the room. Otherwise, things might get stolen.

• before

• after

• whenever

• since

Choose ALL the possible subordinators for the blank.

___ I was jogging yesterday, I saw children playing in the park.

• When

• As

• While

• Whenever

Choose ALL the possible subordinators for the blank.

She will stay in her house ___ the police tell her that the area is clear.

• until

• the first time

• while

• before

Choose ALL the possible subordinators for the blank.

___ someone call you names, you should not tolerate and you should say something.

• When

• Till

• The next time

• So long as

Choose ALL the possible subordinators for the blank.

You should behave like a student ___ you are still studying in HKP.

• by the time

• so long as

• as long as

• after

Choose ALL the possible subordinators for the blank.

___ he gets here, the sun will probably have already set.

• Every time

• As

• By the time

• When