 An adverb clause is a dependent clause that modifies a verb, adjective or another adverb. ◦ Basically, it is a dependent clause that is acting as an adverb.  An adverb is a modifier that modifies anything other than a noun.  Adverbs and adverb clauses usually answer the questions: How? Why? Under what conditions? ◦ Homer easily lifted the stones.

 The thief fell down.  The fire started here.  The accident occurred suddenly.  The train stopped abruptly.  The detective takes notes daily.

 The truck moves as if it has a heavy load.  The was was a great sea wave when the volcano erupted.  We stood where we could see all of the action.  Because the day was very hot, the cool water felt good.

 Most adverb clauses are introduced by subordinating conjunctions.  Look for one of these words as possibly introducing an adverb clause: ◦ After, Although, As, As if, As though, As long as, As soon as, Because, Before, If, In order that, Since, So that, Than, Though, Unless, Until, When, Whenever, Where, Wherever, While  These words turn a clause into an adverb clause by making it answer the questions: how? Why? When? Under what conditions?

 We worked until we were completely worn out.  If it does not rain tomorrow, we will go to see Crater Lake.  We read stories before we go to bed.  After Mona had searched for several day, she found just the right gift.  We sang songs as we rode back from the game.  Some animals would become extinct if they were not protected by the law.