Adverbial Clause
ADVERB CLAUSE An adverbial clause is dependent clause introduced by an adverbial subordinator. It is used to modify the verb of the independent clause and tells when (time), where (place), why (reason), for what purpose, how, how long, and how far. It is also used to show contrast and concession. 1) Punctuation Rules An adverbial clause can come either before or after the independent clause. Formula: - Adverbial clause + , + Independent clause (a comma after adverbial clause) - Independent clause + Adverbial clause (no comma after adverbial clause) Example: - As he didn’t understand, he asked the teacher to explain. - He asked the teacher to explain as he didn’t understand. 2) Types of Adverbial Clauses There are several different kinds of adverbial clauses; in addition, the subordinators can distinguish the different types of adverbial clauses. a) Adverb Clause of Time We use adverb clause of time to modify verb in main clause and to tell the tim...