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Adverbs (1)
You know that adjectives are words that
modify nouns.
Adverbs are words that can modify verbs,
adjectives, or other adverbs. In this section, we will focus on
adverbs that modify verbs.
- I run slowly.
(“slowly” modifies “run.”)
- He writes neatly.
(“neatly” modifies “writes.”)
- Please drive carefully. (“carefully” modifies
“drive.”)
*Most (but not all) adverbs
end in “-ly.”
Look at the sentences below. Can you
find the adverbs? Circle the adverbs, and draw an arrow to the verbs
that they modify.
1. Derek rides his bicycle very quickly.
2. Monica talks too quietly, so I can’t
hear what she is saying.
3. I accidentally hit James, so I said I
was sorry.
4. My mother drives very carefully
because she doesn’t want to have
another accident.
5. Wow! Henry sings beautifully!
6. The two girls are playing happily in
the park.
7. Doris’ father angrily yelled at her
last night.
8. We were walking slowly when it
started to rain.
9. The teacher was angry because I wrote
my homework carelessly.
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