Adverb clause of time

An adverb clause is a kind of subordinate clause. Adverb clauses of time show the time of the action. They are usually introduced by the conjunctions after, before, when, as, while, till, until, as soon as, since, as long as, whenever etc.

Study the examples given below.

After he finished his dinner, he went for a walk in the garden.

Before I had said anything, she became angry.

When I am late for work, I take a cab.

As I was walking down the street, I saw James driving a Porsche.

While they were sleeping, burglars broke into their home.

I waited for him till / until he came.

Where have you been since I last saw you?

I will remember that day as long as I live.

As soon as she finished one project, she started working on the next.

Whenever there is an emergency, call fire force.

Position

An adverb clause of time can go at the beginning or at the end of the sentence. When it goes at the beginning we usually separate it with a comma.

Adverb clause of time worksheet

Complete the following sentences using an appropriate conjunction.

1. ………………… I visit my native place, I make it a point to meet my old friends.

2. She started planning her next trip …………….. she returned from abroad.

3. I haven’t seen him ……………. I moved to Chennai.

4. ………………. you are angry, count to ten.

5. ………………. you were watching TV, I was doing my homework.

6. ……………… I opened my eyes, I saw a strange sight.

7. Don’t forget to signal …………….. you are turning right.

Answers

1. Whenever I visit my native place, I make it a point to meet my old friends.

2. She started planning her next trip as soon as she returned from abroad.

3. I haven’t seen him since I moved to Chennai.

4. When you are angry, count to ten.

5. While you were watching TV, I was doing my homework.

6. As I opened my eyes, I saw a strange sight.

7. Don’t forget to signal when you are turning right.