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多益閱讀文法 - Adverb Clauses

In Lesson 17, we introduced three types of dependent clauses: adjective, noun, and adverb clauses. In this lesson, we'll explore the adverb clauses and familiarize ourselves with common subordinate conjunctions used in the adverb clause.  

目錄

Adverb Clauses

Key Points

Adverb Clauses Expressing Time

Adverb clause

Preposition

since S + V

since + N / Ving

until S + V

until + N / Ving

by the time S + V

by + N / Ving

while/when S + V

during + N / Ving

once S + V


as soon as S + V

on/upon + N / Ving

before/after S + V

prior to/following + N / Ving

▶️ since

It has been 5 years since I studied in England.
She has learned to play the piano since 1999.

▶️ until

I cannot leave until I finish my work.
I cannot leave until six in the morning.

▶️ by the time… / by…

By the time I got there, she had already left.
You need to submit the report by Friday.

▶️ while/when/during

While/when she was writing the letter, the doorbell rang.
I prefer to work during the night.

▶️ Once

Once I make a decision, I'll never regret it.

▶️ As soon as…/ On…/ Upon…

As soon as I finish my work, I'll join you for lunch.
Upon opening the package, she noticed something was missing.

▶️ Before/prior to; after/following

I have to finish this report before I leave the office today.
The university requires students to complete certain requirements before graduation.

After he finishes his speech, there will be a farewell party.
Following the speech, there will be a farewell party.
Tenants should clean the apartment a few days prior to the move-out date.

TOEIC Example: _____ the labor agreement was signed, the factory resumed the production of new cars.
(A) As if

(B) As soon as
(C) Whatever
(D) Except

Adverb Clauses Expressing Conditions

Adverb clause

Preposition

Unless S + V


In case (that) S + V

In case of + N / Ving

In the event that S + V

In the event of + N / Ving

If S+V = Provided that S+V


On condition that S + V

On condition of + N / Ving

Assuming that S + V = Suppose S+V


As long as S + V


As far as S + V


Whether S+V


▶️ Unless

We won't be able to move to a bigger place unless we find a better-paying job.

▶️ If

If the weather gets better, I will attend the event.
Refunds are only available if items are returned within seven days.

▶️ Whether

Whether you go by bus or train. you're going to be late

In case (that) S + V = In case of + N / Ving

We have booked an indoor venue in case it rains tomorrow.

We have booked an indoor venue in case of rain.

▶️ In the event that S = In the event of + N / Ving

In the event that the performance is canceled, you can get your money back.
In the event of a fire, please use the emergency exits to evacuate the building.

▶️ On condition that S + V

I will lend you my car on condition that you return it by tomorrow evening.
I will lend you my car on condition of its return by tomorrow evening.

▶️ Assuming that S + V = Suppose S+V

Assuming that the earth is round, we should meet one day.
Suppose you won the lottery—what would you do with the money?

▶️ As long as S + V

I can lend you some money, as long as you promise to give it back, including 10% interest.

TOEIC Example: _____ the appliance breaks down within a year of purchase, the manufacturer is required to send the buyer a replacement at no charge.
(A) While

(B) Until
(C) Since
(D) If

TOEIC Example: The goal of ending poverty would be achievable ____ consumption per person in developing countries increases by around 4 percent a year.
(A) whereas
(B) even

(C) in order that
(D) as long as

Adverb Clauses Expressing Concessions

Adverb clause

Preposition

Though = Although
= Even though + S + V

Despite (the fact that) + S + V
* The fact that can be omitted


Despite + N / Ving
In spite of + N / Ving
Regardless of + N/ Ving

While
While/whereas


▶️ Though = Although = Even though + S + V

Though he didn't like the taste, he ate the food to be polite.
Although Mr. Walker missed his train, he still managed to be on time for the awards ceremony.

Even though it was an expensive trip, the vacation was worth every penny.

▶️ Despite (the fact that) + S + V

Despite (the fact that) she didn't have any experience at all, she got hired anyway.

▶️ Despite + N / Ving

Despite the pain, he was able to finish the marathon.
She decided to go skydiving despite her fear of heights.

Despite repeated assurances that the company was financially stable, it went bankrupt the following year.

▶️ In spite of + N / Ving

We still enjoyed the concert in spite of the rain.
In spite of the company claiming that the product is safe, many people have stopped buying it.

▶️ Regardless of + N/ Ving

The plan for a new office building went ahead regardless of local opposition.
Regardless of today's weather conditions, the concert will go as planned tomorrow night at 6 p. m.

▶️ While + S + V

While many people like cilantro, there are also many people who hate it.
While I fully understand your point of view, I have to agree with Michael on this topic.

▶️ While/whereas + S + V

Many people like cilantro, while/whereas there are also many people who hate it.
He makes £50, 000 a year while/whereas I only make £20, 000!

TOEIC Example: _____ gold prices have stabilized, oil prices have increased significantly due to production shortages in the Middle East.
(A) As long as

(B) While
(C) As if
(D) since

Adverb Clauses Expressing Reasons

Adverb clause

Preposition

Because S + V
= As S + V
= Since S + V

Because of + N / Ving
=Due to + N / Ving

Seeing that
= considering that
= given that

Given + N

Now that


Because it rained heavily, I stayed indoors all day yesterday.
She missed the bus because she overslept.
I stayed indoors all day yesterday because of the heavy rain.

Since we've got a few minutes to wait for the train, let's have a cup of coffee.
As it was getting late, I decided to check into a hotel.

The bus was delayed due to heavy snow.

Given that the customer is unhappy, we must resolve the issue quickly.
We should be prepared for some bad weather, considering that it's hurricane season.

We should double-check the details, seeing that mistakes can be costly.
Given her young age, I don't blame her.
Now that you have completed your project, you can take a few days off.

TOEIC Example: Farmers are likely to appeal to the government for assistance _____ that agricultural exports have dropped enormously over the past two years.
(A) In case

(B) unless
(C) considering
(D) until

Adverb Clauses Expressing Purposes

Adverb clause

Preposition

… so that S + V


In order that S + V

in order to = so as to + V

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Adverb Clauses Expressing Concessions


Adverb clause       

Preposition

Though = Although 
= Even though + S + V 

Despite (the fact that) + S + V
* The fact that can be omitted


Despite + N / Ving 
In spite of + N / Ving 
Regardless of + N/ Ving 

While 
While/whereas 




▶️ Though = Although = Even though + S + V 


Though he didn't like the taste, he ate the food to be polite.
Although Mr. Walker missed his train, he still managed to be on time for the awards ceremony.
Even though it was an expensive trip, the vacation was worth every penny.


▶️ Despite (the fact that) + S + V 


Despite (the fact that) she didn't have any experience at all, she got hired anyway.


▶️ Despite + N / Ving  


Despite the pain, he was able to finish the marathon.
She decided to go skydiving despite her fear of heights.
Despite repeated assurances that the company was financially stable, it went bankrupt the following year.


▶️  In spite of + N / Ving 


We still enjoyed the concert in spite of the rain.
In spite of the company claiming that the product is safe, many people have stopped buying it.


▶️ Regardless of + N/ Ving 


The plan for a new office building went ahead regardless of local opposition. 
Regardless of today's weather conditions, the concert will go as planned tomorrow night at 6 p.m.


▶️ While  + S + V 


While many people like cilantro, there are also many people who hate it.
While I fully understand your point of view, I have to agree with Michael on this topic. 


▶️ While/whereas + S + V  


Many people like cilantro, while/whereas there are also many people who hate it.
He makes £50,000 a year while/whereas I only make £20,000 ! 


TOEIC Example:  _____ gold prices have stabilized, oil prices have increased significantly due to production shortages in the Middle East.
(A) As long as
(B) While
(C) As if
(D) since

The correct answer is (B) While.

"While" is the correct answer because it is used to express two events happening at the same time but with contrasting outcomes. In this sentence, it is used to show that while gold prices have remained steady, oil prices have increased significantly.

(A) "As long as" usually expresses a condition. In this context, the sentence would read as "As long as gold prices have stabilized, oil prices have increased significantly," which implies that the increase in oil prices depends on the stabilization of gold prices. This doesn't fit the context of the sentence.

(C) "As if" is used to make a comparison or to express an unreal situation. If we use it in the sentence, it would imply that oil prices are increasing as if gold prices have stabilized, but it doesn't fit in this context.

(D) "Since" is used to indicate a period of time from a point in the past until now. If we use it in the sentence, it would read "Since gold prices have stabilized, oil prices have increased significantly," which implies that the increase in oil prices happened after the stabilization of gold prices. This is not the intended meaning of the sentence. 

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Adverb Clauses Expressing Reasons


Adverb clause       

Preposition

Because S + V
= As S + V 
= Since  S + V 

Because of + N / Ving
=Due to + N / Ving

Seeing that
= considering that
= given that 

Given + N 

Now that




Because it rained heavily, I stayed indoors all day yesterday. 
She missed the bus because she overslept.
I stayed indoors all day yesterday because of the heavy rain.


Since we've got a few minutes to wait for the train, let's have a cup of coffee. 
As it was getting late, I decided to check into a hotel. 
The bus was delayed due to heavy snow. 


Given that the customer is unhappy, we must resolve the issue quickly.
We should be prepared for some bad weather, considering that it's hurricane season.
We should double-check the details, seeing that mistakes can be costly.
Given her young age, I don't blame her. 
Now that you have completed your project, you can take a few days off.


TOEIC Example: Farmers are likely to appeal to the government for assistance _____ that agricultural exports have dropped enormously over the past two years.
(A) In case
(B) unless
(C) considering
(D) until

The correct answer is (C) considering.

"Considering" is used in this sentence as a preposition, introducing the reason for the farmers' likely appeal which is "that agricultural exports have dropped enormously over the past two years". The use of "considering" indicates that the information given is the basis or reason for the action described in the main clause.

(A) "In case" is incorrect because it is used to refer to a possible future situation and it doesn't make sense in this context. It would imply that the farmers appeal to the government for assistance only if the exports drop, not because the exports have already dropped.

(B) "Unless" is incorrect because it introduces a condition that contradicts the action in the main clause. It would imply that the farmers will appeal for assistance only if the exports do not drop, which is illogical based on the context.

(D) "Until" is incorrect because it sets a time limit for an action or state. However, the sentence does not discuss a specific period or time, so "until" does not fit the context. It would imply that the farmers will continue to appeal to the government for assistance until the exports drop, which contradicts the information given. 

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Adverb Clauses Expressing Purposes


Adverb clause       

Preposition

… so that S + V 


In order that S + V 

in order to = so as to + V 



I wore sunscreen so that I wouldn't get sunburned.
In order to avoid bankruptcy, the company will unfortunately have to reduce its workforce.

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