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1. 1.

   Identify and underline the adverbial clause in the following sentences.

   1. Shyama jogs every day in order to stay fit.
   2. Although she didn't have enough money, Savi decided to travel around the world.
   3. Peter liked how the trees were swaying in the wind.
   4. Put the leftover food in the fridge so that it doesn't go bad.
   5. They arrived just as my parents were leaving.
   6. In case we don't get the tickets for the film today, we can always go for it next weekend.
   7. The school is closed on account of it being a rainy day.
   8. Jasmine saw a small sapling where she had buried seeds weeks ago.
2. 2.

   Complete the following sentences with adverbial clauses using the subordinating conjunctions given in the brackets.

   1. After the play ended, they went for a walk in the park. (after)
   2. I didn't go for the summer camp _________________________. (because)
   3. _________________________ we couldn't go for the picnic. (in spite of)
   4. _________________________ call the emergency helpline number. (should)
   5. _________________________ the bell rings. (As soon as)
   6. Ram works harder _________________________. (than)
   7. The snow is _________________________. (as ... as)
   8. _________________________, I would have reached the venue early. (had)
3. 3.

   Write the type of adverbial clause used in the following sentences.

   1. These chapatis are as round as the ones Mother used to make.
      Adverbial clause of comparison
   2. They finished cleaning the kitchen before their parents got home.
   3. You get ten minutes extra, so that you can read the question paper carefully.
   4. On account of there being an increase in demand, onion prices have gone up considerably.
   5. The scientist cannot publish her paper until she gets it approved by the board.
   6. Even though I had warned him against it, he went out in the cold without a jacket.
   7. We cannot go on the field trip unless our teacher accompanies us.
   8. The man acted as though he had no hand in the accident.
4. 4.

   Choose the correct subordinating conjunctions to complete the adverbial clauses of time.

   1. No sooner (No sooner/As soon) had the band begun marching than (as/than) it started to rain.
   2. _________________________ (As soon as/By the time) I clicked send on that email, I immediately regretted it.
   3. _________________________ (While/By the time) the match was going on, I was cleaning my cupboard.
   4. There hasn't been a war in either country _________________________ (since/until) they signed a treaty.
   5. _________________________ (By the time/Once) my camera started working, the event was almost over.
   6. The team can't leave _________________________ (until/while) the coach arrives.
   7. _________________________ (As soon as/Until) the taxi arrives, we'll leave for the airport.
   8. _________________________ (Before/When) Arshi was a kid, she had memorised all the nursery rhymes.
5. 5.

   Connect the clauses given in both the columns, using the conjunctions given in the box. Remember to place commas at the right places.

   after, until, so that, even though, if, unless, had, even if

    

   1. ... Ratan searched his pockets thoroughly	... all the lights have been turned off.
   2. ... you put the milk in the refrigerator	she wouldn't have made this decision.
   3. ... we find alternatives to plastic and oil	he still couldn't find his wallet.
   4. The film won't begin	... you are able to see clearly while driving.
   5. ... you tell me the ending of the novel	keep it aside for some time.
   6. ... Shruti known the truth about the situation	it will not last beyond two days.
   7. Wipe down the car windows properly	I won't speak to you again.
   8. ... you have added milk to the rice	our future on this planet is uncertain.

    

   1. Even though Ratan searched his pockets thoroughly, he still couldn't find his wallet.
6. 6.

   Circle the conjunctions and underline the adverbial clauses they form in the following passage.

   (When) Divya was a child, she realised very early on that her family did not have a lot of money. The family had to discuss the necessity of each purchase, because their income was very small. Even though they didn't always have a lot of money to spare, they loved and supported each other. In spite of the fact that they didn't own much, their house was always filled with people and laughter. Divya learnt that it is not necessary to have a lot of money in order to lead a good life. Since she could not afford too many possessions, she realised the importance of surrounding oneself with good friends and family. Now that Divya goes to college, she meets a lot of students from different backgrounds. Although there is always peer pressure about what to do and what to wear, Divya tries her best not to get too caught up in it. For instance, whenever somebody suggests a dinner at an expensive restaurant, Divya offers to host a potluck at her house. Since everybody pitches in, no one person has to bear the cost. Because of the variety of the food items, it always turns out to be a huge success!