CBSE Class 8 English Chapter 20 Adverb Clauses

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CBSE Class 8 English Chapter 20 Adverb Clauses

An Adverb Clause in a Complex Sentence does the work of an Adverb. Adverb Clauses are of many kinds.

  1. Time
  2. Place
  3. Purpose
  4. Reason
  5. Condition
  6. Result
  7. Comparison
  8. Supposition or C

Adverb Clauses Of Time

Adverb Clauses of Time are introduced by the Subordinating Conjunctions when, whenever, while, before, after, till, since, as, etc.

Examples:

  1. When the cat is away, the mice will play.
  2. He flatters her whenever he meets her.
  3. Do not talk while you are eating.
  4. Before you go, bring me a cup of water.
  5. I will meet you after the meeting is over.
  6. Wait till I return.
  7. I have been ill since I returned from Pune.
  8. As I came out, my mother met me.
  9. As soon as she heard the news, she began to cry.
  10. Just as he entered the room, the clock struck twelve.
  11. No sooner did he see us than he disappeared.

Adverb Clauses Of Place

Adverb Clauses of Place are introduced by the Subordinating Conjunctions where, wherever, whence, whither, etc.

Examples:

  1. I have put the book where no one can find it.
  2. He fled where no one could find him.
  3. I make friends wherever I go.
  4. You can stay whenever you like.
  5. Go quickly, whence you came.
  6. The wind bloweth whither it listeth.

3. Adverb Clauses Of Purpose

Adverb Clauses of Purpose are introduced by the Subordinating Conjunctions that and lest.

Examples :

  1. We eat that we may live.
  2. They worked hard so that they might become rich.
  3. He drew the sword that he might defend himself.
  4. He walked slowly lest he should fall.
  5. She ate little lest she should fall ill.
  6. Write down lest you forget all about the new terms.

4. Adverb Clauses Of Cause Or Reason

Adverb Clauses of Cause or Reason are introduced by the Subordinating Conjunctions because, as, that, since.

Examples:

  1. I shall help her because I like her.
  2. I could not come yesterday because I was ill.
  3. He thinks that, because he is rich, he can buy justice.
  4. As he was not there, I spoke to his wife.
  5. As he was guilty, I punished him.
  6. I am glad that you do not like it.
  7. Since you are my friend, I shall help you.
  8. Since you promise to serve me faithfully, I will make you my assistant.

5. Adverb Clauses Of Condition

Adverb Clauses of Condition are introduced by the Subordinating Conjunctions if, whether, and unless.

Examples:

  1. If it rains, we shall not play.
  2. If you eat too much, you will be ill.
  3. If you tell me the truth, I will forgive you.
  4. You must help her whether you like her or not.
  5. He will not pass whether he works or not.
  6. Unless he works harder, he will fail.
  7. I will forgive you on the condition that you admit your guilt.

6. Adverb Clauses Of Result

Adverb Clauses of Result are introduced by the Subordinating Conjunction that. Usually, so or such precedes it in the Principal Clause.

Examples:

  1. He is so old that he can hardly work.
  2. She is so a kind woman that all loves her.
  3. The news is so good that it cannot be true.
  4. They made such a noise that I could not work.
  5. He is such a good man that all respects him.
  6. She spoke in such a low voice that very few could hear her.
  7. So good a man is he that all respect him.
  8. So terrible a disease broke out that very few people were left alive.
  9. So bravely did they fight that the enemies had to retreat.

7. Adverb Clauses Of Comparison

Adverb Clauses of Comparison are of two kinds:—

  1. Adverb Clauses of Comparison of Degree.
  2. Adverb Clauses of Comparison of Manner.

(1) Adverb Clauses of Comparison of Degree are introduced by the Subordinating Conjunction than, or by the Relative Adverb

Examples:

  1. She is younger than she looks.
  2. He works harder than I do.
  3. He is as foolish as he is lazy
  4. He is not as wise as you think.

2. Adverb Clauses of Comparison of Manner are introduced by the Relative Adverb as, as,

Examples:

  1. She does as she pleases.
  2. As you sow, so shall you reap.
  3. As you have made your bed, so you must lie on it.
  4. It all ended as we expected.
  5. Adverb Clauses Of Supposition Or Contrast

Adverb Clauses of Supposition or Contrast are introduced by the Subordinating Conjunctions though, although, even if, as,

Examples:

  1. Though he is poor, he is honest.
  2. Though He slay me, yet I will trust Him.
  3. Although he was ill, he attended the meeting.
  4. Even if it rains, we shall go to the movie.
  5. Even if he is old, he can do a lot of work.
  6. Although they fought bravely, they were defeated.
  7. Even if you fail, you will be promoted.

Exercise 1

Underline the Adverb Clauses in the following sentences, and say what kind each is

Question 1. We work so that we may pass.___________
Answer: That We May Pass- Adverb Clause Of Purpose

Question 2. He is wiser than I am.___________
Answer: Then I Am -Adverb Clause Of Comparison

Question 3. Even if it rains, I shall come.___________
Answer: Even If It Rains- Adverb Clause Of Condition

Question 4. Though she is rich, she is not happy. ___________
Answer: Though She Is Rich- Adverb Clause Of Concession

Question 5. Although he failed, he was promoted.___________
Answer: Although He Failed- Adverb Clause Of Concession

Question 6. So good a woman is she that all respect her.___________
Answer: That All Respect Her- Adverb Clause Of Result

Question 7. He talked in such a way that all followed him.___________
Answer: In Such A Way That All Followed Him. -Adverb Clause Of Manner/Result

Question 8. If you have tears, prepare to shed them now.___________
Answer: If You Have Tears – Adverb Clause Of Condition

Question 9. Unless you work harder, you will fail.____________
Answer: Unless You Work Harder- Adverb Clause Of Condition

Question 10. You must go there whether you like it or not.___________
Answer: Whether You Like It Or Not.- Adverb Clause Of Concession/Condition

Question 11. He was very pleased that you had passed.___________
Answer: That You Had Passed. – Adverb Clause Of Reason/Result

Question 12. Because I like her, I shall help her.___________
Answer: Because I Like Her- Adverb Clause Of Reason

Question 13. Since you are intelligent, you will pass easily.___________
Answer: Since You Are intelligent, an adverb Clause Of Reason

Question 14. As he was ill, he could not come to school.___________
Answer: As He Was Ill- Adverb Clause Of Reason

Question 15. They worked hard so that they might pass the examination.___________
Answer: That They Might Pass The Examination. – Adverb Clause Of Purpose

Exercise 2

Add a suitable Adverb Clause to each of the following

Question 1. _________ He is honest
Answer: Because he works hard

Question 2. Stop________
Answer: Before it gets dark.

Question 3. He Does_______
Answer: As he is told.

Question 4. He spoke________
Answer: As if he knew everything.

Question 5. I Awarded________
Answer: Whoever performed best.

Question 6. __________ you miss the train
Answer: If you don’t hurry

Question 7. ___________ Is he honest
Answer: Although he is poor

Question 8. Nobody trusts him_________
Answer: Because he lies often.

Question 9. He fled __________
Answer: When he saw the police.

Question 10. He failed______
Answer: Although he tried his best.

Question 11. The sun set_______
Answer: While we were still hiking.

Question 12. Wait here________
Answer: Until I return.

Question 13. I shall ___________
Answer: Go wherever you go.

Question 14. You may do _________
Answer: Whatever you like.

Question 15. He was so tired__________
Answer: That he fell asleep immediately.

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