Read the passage, then identify the adverbial phrases.
After the starting pistol sounded, the runners took off quickly but cautiously. The track was still a little slick from an overnight rain. The maintenance crew had put a tarp over the surface. Finally, the warm and shining sun came out. The runners sped around the track.
Which phrases in the passage are adverbial phrases? Check all that apply.
A)quickly but cautiously
D)from an overnight rain
C)over the surface
E)warm and shining
F)around the track
