English 9_Unit 1_A closer look 2

1. A dependent clause of concession begins with a subordinator although though, or even though. It shows an unexpected result.

Ex:  Although she was tired, she finished knitting the scarffor her dad.

2. A dependent clause of purpose begins with a subordinator so that or in order that. It tells the purpose of the action in the independent clause.

Ex:  The artisan moulded the clay so that he could make a mask.

3. A dependent clause of reason begins with a subordinator because, since, or as. It answers the question "Why?"

Ex:  Since it was raining, they cancelled the trip to Trang An.

4. A dependent clause of time begins with a subordinator when, while, before, after, as soon as, etc. It tells when the action described in the independent clause takes place.

Ex:  When I have free time, I usually go to the museum.​

​1. Underline the dependent clause in each sentence below. Say whether it is a dependent clause of concession (DC), of purpose (DP), of reason (DR), or of time (DT).