Use relative adverbs

Key Notes :

1. What are Relative Adverbs?

  • Relative adverbs are special words that connect two parts of a sentence.
  • They introduce more information about when, where, or why something happens.
  • The most common relative adverbs are:
  1. When – tells time (when something happens)
  2. Where – tells place (where something happens)
  3. Why – tells reason (why something happens)

2. How to Use Relative Adverbs:

  • When: Used to talk about time.
  • Example: I remember the day when we went to the zoo.
    • (When connects the main part of the sentence with the information about time.)
  • Where: Used to talk about place.
  • Example: This is the park where we played last weekend.
    • (Where connects the sentence to the information about the place.)
  • Why: Used to talk about the reason.
  • Example: This is the reason why I like ice cream.
    • (Why connects the sentence to the reason for liking ice cream.)

3. Why Are Relative Adverbs Important?

  • Relative adverbs help make sentences more interesting by joining two ideas together.
  • They make it easier to add details about time, place, or reason.

4. Examples of Relative Adverbs in Sentences:

  • I know the time when the movie starts.
  • That is the house where my friend lives.
  • I understand the reason why you are upset.

5. Remember:

  • Use when to talk about time.
  • Use where to talk about place.
  • Use why to talk about the reason for something.

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