Question

The boy plays computer games only if his mother allows him.

What type of dependant clause is "if his mother allows him"? What is the function of that clause?

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Answer 1

Answer:

‘If his mother allows him’ is an adverb clause.

Explanation:

An adverb clause is the one that works similarly like an adverb. It generally modifies the main verb of the statement.

In the given sentence, the adverb clause modifies the main verb ‘plays’. It adds information to the verb in terms of a condition. Conditions generally begin with either ‘if’ or ‘whether’. It can be seen that the action of playing computer games will only occur when the condition of the boy’s mother allowing him is fulfilled. Therefore, it is an adverb clause in terms of a condition.