Reduce the adverbial time clauses in the following sentences:
- After he finished his homework, he went out to play.
- While she was reading the book, she fell asleep.
- Before you leave, make sure to lock the door.
- When they heard the news, they started to cry.
- As I was walking to school, I met an old friend.
- Since we moved here, we have been very happy.
- Once you understand the concept, the exercise becomes easy.
- When the sun sets, the temperature drops.
- After she arrived at the office, she started working immediately.
- While we were waiting for the bus, it started to rain.
Answers
- After finishing his homework, he went out to play.
- While reading the book, she fell asleep.
- Before leaving, make sure to lock the door.
- Hearing the news, they started to cry.
- Walking to school, I met an old friend.
- Since moving here, we have been very happy.
- Once understanding the concept, the exercise becomes easy.
- When setting, the temperature drops.
- After arriving at the office, she started working immediately.
- While waiting for the bus, it started to rain.