Which sentence contains an elliptical adverb clause?

A. Ella spent more time studying than Talia.

B. Jorge likes swimming as much as he likes running.

C. Bill arrives earlier than anyone else does.

D. Wendy can do as many push-ups as Adeen can do.

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20 December, 07:01

Which sentence contains an elliptical adverb clause?

A. Ella spent more time studying than Talia.

B. Jorge likes swimming as much as he likes running.

C. Bill arrives earlier than anyone else does.

D. Wendy can do as many push-ups as Adeen can do.

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Rashad Howe · Answer 1

The reason why this sentence contains an elliptical adverb clause is that the verb "does" is supposed to come after he, but it's not written. An elliptical clause is a type of dependent, or subordinate, clause that is missing a word or words. its d

Which sentence contains an elliptical adverb clause?A. Ella spent more time studying than Talia.B. Jorge likes swimming as much as he likes running.C. Bill arrives earlier than anyone else does.D. Wendy can do as many push-ups as Adeen can do.

Which sentence contains an elliptical adverb clause?

A. Ella spent more time studying than Talia.

B. Jorge likes swimming as much as he likes running.

C. Bill arrives earlier than anyone else does.

D. Wendy can do as many push-ups as Adeen can do.