1. Adverb Clause
Comp 1
LAP 2

3. Adverb Clause Page: 157 What they do: acts as adverbs
…to what: main verb of sentence
What they begin with: subordinating conjunction
Commas: 1. usually, no 2. but, it starts the sentence and the sentence is longer than four words, then yes
Distinguishing Characteristics:
Other/Restrictions: often confused with prep. phrases

4. Subordinating Conjunctions (p. 157)
After
Although As
As if
As long as
As much as
As soon as
As though
Because
Before
Even though
Except that If
In order that
Provided that
Since
That
Though
Unless
When
Whenever
Where
Which
While

5. Examples of Adverb Clause
Whether you like it or not, you have to go to bed now.
If you pay your bills, you will have a good credit score.
Unless you run fast, you will miss the bus.
Write your own:
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6. Identify Adverb Clauses
Highlight any/all adverb clauses within your writing prompt.
With a partner, share/read your writing prompt from today’s class.
Exchange papers.
Using a different color highlighter, underline any/all adverb clauses.
Discuss with your partner.
If time permits, students may volunteer to share their prompt paragraph.