Identify the main clause in the sentence below. Then decide if the subordinate clause is used as noun, adjective, or adverb.

Question

After we have read the story, we will talk about it.

Main Clause: After we have read the story

Subordinate clause type: noun

Answer 1

You identified the subordinate clause, not the main clause.

Answer 2

So is the main clause we will talk about it

Answer 3

Yes.

That is the clause that can stand alone.