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Adverbial Clauses - Exercise 3

Directions:  Locate the adverbial clause  in each sentence.   Type your answer into the box below the sentence. When you are finished, click  the "Check My Work" button at the bottom of the page to view the correct answers.

1.  People may buy a lottery ticket when the new machines are installed.

  

2.  The lettuce is wilted because Joe left the groceries in the car.

  

3.  While the comedian told jokes in the den, a singer performed in the living room.

  

4.  Her brother got married before he finished college.

  

5.  Since I got my new glasses, I can see what I am reading

  

6.  Although Bob works hard, his boss rarely rewards him.

  

7.  The charges will be dropped provided that all parties agree to the settlement.

  

8.  Flowers have begun to bloom even though the weather is still chilly.

  

9.  Whenever I go to that mall, I have a hard time finding a parking place.

  

10. No one may leave the area until the police have checked all of the buildings.

  

For further information on these resources, contact

Margaret L. Benner
Director, Writing Support Program
English Department
Towson University
benner@towson.edu 

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