Which word does the underlined clause modify?

Aunt Josey served hot soup even though it was the
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middle of summer.
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A.
Josey

B.
soup

C.
served

D.
hot

Question

Which word does the underlined clause modify? 

Aunt Josey served hot soup even though it was the 
                                             -------------------
middle of summer.
--------------- 
 A.
Josey
 
 B.
soup
 
 C.
served
 
 D.
hot

blake4560 · Answer

Hello friend. I believe the answer is C because the clause is an adverb clause and they only modify verbs and I believe adverbs as well. Plus the clause answers the adverb when was it. :]

anonymous · Answer

ok thanks