Read the following sentence.

Question

Javier protested the development of a new mall because the city has a large shopping center.

What kind of clause is underlined in the sentence?

A. noun clause
B. adverb clause
C. relative clause
D. independent clause

Answer 1

In the sentence provided, the phrase "because the city has a large shopping center" is an underlined clause. This clause provides a reason for Javier's protest. Therefore, it functions as a clause that modifies the verb "protested."

The correct answer is:

B. adverb clause