English 4 U

 

Grammar

Adverb Worksheet 1.

ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are words which are mainly used to help verbs.
They tell us how, when or where something happened.
e.g. She sang sweetly. (How)
They will arrive soon. (When)
The cat has gone outside. (Where)

Beside each adverb write how, when or where to show what the adverb tells us.

Adverb How, when or where
1. quickly ……………………..
2. later ……………………..
3. down ……………………..
4. greedily ……………………..
5. yesterday ……………………..
6. there ……………………..
7. sadly ……………………..
8. down ……………………..
9. tightly ……………………..
10. somewhere ……………………..
11. brightly ……………………..
12. inside ……………………..

 Worksheet 2.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are words which are mainly used to help verbs.
They tell us how, when or where something happened.
e.g. She sang sweetly. (How)
They will arrive soon. (When)
The cat has gone outside. (Where)

Beside each adverb write how, when or where to show what the adverb tells us.

Adverb How, when or where

1. now ……………………..
2. near ……………………..
3. roughly ……………………..
4. up ……………………..
5. here ……………………..
6. cleverly ……………………..
7. above ……………………..
8. gently ……………………..
9. early ……………………..
10. nowhere ……………………..
11. never ……………………..
12. suddenly ……………………..

 Worksheet 3.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are words which are mainly used to help verbs.
They tell us how, when or where something happened.
e.g. She sang sweetly. (How)
They will arrive soon. (When)
The cat has gone outside. (Where)

Select the adverb in each sentence below and write whether it tells how, when or where something happened.

1. The sun is shining brilliantly.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
2. The train will arrive soon.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
3. Zoe was hoping to meet you here.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
4. We moved the glass carefully.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
5. It snowed yesterday.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
6. The snail moved slowly.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)

 Worksheet 4.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are words which are mainly used to help verbs.
They tell us how, when or where something happened.
e.g. She sang sweetly. (How)
They will arrive soon. (When)
The cat has gone outside. (Where)

Select the adverb in each sentence below and write whether it tells how, when or where something happened.

1. Stuart scribbled quickly in his notebook.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
2. They must have hidden it elsewhere.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
3. They are moving today.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
4. The vacuum cleaner is stored upstairs.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
5. Ashley had recently arrived in the town.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
6. The children spoke excitedly to their teacher.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)

 Worksheet 5.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are words which are mainly used to help verbs.
They tell us how, when or where something happened.
e.g. She sang sweetly. (How)
They will arrive soon. (When)
The cat has gone outside. (Where)

Select the adverb in each sentence below and write whether it tells how, when or where something happened.

1. Steven is sure to ring shortly.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
2. Mum worked inside on cold days.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
3. The cat crept silently towards the rat.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
4. Ella accepted the medal proudly.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
5. We must leave now.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)
6. It is hot inside the shed.
…………………….. ……………………………
(adverb) (how, when or where)

 Worksheet 6.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are used to add meaning to verbs, adjectives or other adverbs.
e.g. Gemma sang well. (adds meaning to the verb)
Robbie ran extremely well. (adds meaning to the adverb)
The very poor farmer prayed for rain. (adds meaning to the adjective )
Choose whether the underlined adverb adds meaning to a verb, an adjective or another adverb.
1. Last night the show finished early. ………..………
2. The extremely tiny insects were hard to see. ……..…………
3. The exhausted athlete looked rather pale. ………..………
4. We are going fishing tomorrow. …………..……
5. The very brave firefighters were local heroes. …………..……
6. The frightened cat stood still. ………..………
7. Leah did moderately well the second time around. …………..……
8. The tremendously loud noise startled everyone. ……..…………

 Worksheet 7.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are used to add meaning to verbs, adjectives or other adverbs.
e.g. Gemma sang well. (adds meaning to the verb)
Robbie ran extremely well. (adds meaning to the adverb)
The very poor farmer prayed for rain. (adds meaning to the adjective )

Choose whether the underlined adverb adds meaning to a verb,
an adjective or another adverb.

1. Sarah ran quickly when chased by the dog. ………..………
2. It was a terribly hard decision. ……..…………
3. The skier was seriously injured. ………..………
4. It was a frightfully cold day. …………..……
5. Mark waited rather anxiously for the decision. …………..……
6. We were asked to stand absolutely still. ………..………
7. The totally exhausted swimmer did survive. …………..……
8. The taxi should arrive shortly. ……..…………

 Worksheet 8.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are mainly used to add meaning to verbs.
e.g. He waited patiently.
She listened intently.
They spoke excitedly.
Complete each sentence by selecting the most appropriate adverb from the three adverbs on the right.

1. I promised ………..……… . (dimly, faithfully, widely)
2. She arrived ………..……… . (punctually, weakly, snugly)
3. It crashed ………..……… . (proudly, tightly, violently)
4. He wrote ………..……… . (crossly, neatly, tenderly)
5. It flew ………..……… . (joyfully, swiftly, cowardly)
6. She worked ………..……… . (tirelessly, slightly, loosely)
7. It shone ………..……… . (recklessly, falsely, brightly)
8. They behaved ………..……… .(peacefully, hurriedly, badly)

 Worksheet 9.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are mainly used to add meaning to verbs.
e.g. He waited patiently for the final result.
She listened intently to the coach’s speech.
They spoke excitedly about the school camp.

Select the most appropriate adverb to complete
each sentence below.
 dimly inside wearily lamely regularly smartly longingly patiently

1. The well behaved crowd waited ………..……… .
2. We had to remain ……..………… because of the rain.
3. The injured horse walked ………..……… into the stable.
4. The hungry boy looked …………..…… at the fresh pies.
5. The tired hiker climbed…………..…… into the tent.
6. The keen golfer plays ………..……… .
7. Mike was dressed …………..…… for his first job interview.
8. The sun shines ……..………… on cloudy days.

 Worksheet 10

ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are mainly used to add meaning to verbs.
e.g. He waited patiently for the final result.
She listened intently to the coach’s speech.
They spoke excitedly about the school camp.

Select the most appropriate adverb to complete
each sentence below.
everywhere foolishly monthly fearlessly brightly upstairs soon cheaply

1. The moon should ………..……… appear on the horizon.
2. An unwise person behaves ……..………… .
3. The old documents were stored ………..……… .
4. The brave competitor rode her bike …………..…… .
5. In the morning the snow lay …………..…… .
6. The magazine was printed ………..……… .
7. The stadium lights shone …………..…… .
8. He moved a lot of old stock by selling it ……..………… .

 Worksheet 11.
ADVERBS (General)
Adverbs are mainly used to add meaning to verbs.
e.g. He waited patiently for the final result.
She listened intently to the coach’s speech.
They spoke excitedly about the school camp.

Select the most appropriate adverb to complete
each sentence below.
often hopefully here accidentally
soon gleefully downstairs carefully

1. Cyclists should ride ………..……… in heavy travel.
2. We visited our grandparents ……..………… .
3. The happy winners were laughing ………..……… .
4. Mum …………..…… broke the vase.
5. The wine was stored …………..…… in the cellar.
6. Please wait ………..……… until I return.
7. She waited …………..…… for her test results.
8. We should leave ……..………… or we will be late.

 Worksheet 12.

ADVERBS (General)
An adverb can be used in place of a group of words.
e.g. The robbers left the scene in a hurry.
The robbers left the scene hurriedly.

Rewrite the following sentences and replace the selected words with the most appropriate adverb.
 there occasionally painlessly everywhere modestly   cautiously

1. Liam went swimming from time to time.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
2. The humble man always spoke in a modest way.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
3. The dentist extracted the tooth without any pain.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
4. The feathers were scattered all over the place.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
5. The plane landed over in that place.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
6. Ella opened the door in a very careful manner.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….

 Worksheet 13.
ADVERBS (General)
An adverb can be used in place of a group of words.
e.g. The robbers left the scene in a hurry.
The robbers left the scene hurriedly.

Rewrite the following sentences and replace the underlined words with the most appropriate adverb. 

softly daily soon
repeatedly accidentally annually

1. The horse race was held once ever year.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
2. The old woman spoke in a very quiet way.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
3. We have the newspaper delivered every day of the week.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
4. The bus will arrive in the near future.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
5. The waves pounded against the rocks without ever ceasing.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
6. The truck driver without meaning to crashed into the road sign.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….

 Worksheet 14.
ADVERBS (Similar and Opposite Meanings)
Adverbs are mainly used to add meaning to verbs.
Many adverbs have very similar meanings.
e.g. strongly – vigorously simply - plainly
unhurriedly – slowly roughly - crudely

Match each adverb below with one that has a similar meaning.
equally strangely foolishly hugely viciously coolly hurriedly effortlessly quickly continually luckily powerfully

1. briskly ……………….. 7. easily ………………..
2. enormously ……………….. 8. calmly ………………..
3. constantly ……………….. 9. hastily ………………..
4. fiercely ……………….. 10. fortunately ………………..
5. evenly ……………….. 11. oddly ………………..
6. strongly ……………….. 12. crazily ………………..

 Worksheet 15.
ADVERBS (Similar and Opposite Meanings)
Adverbs are mainly used to add meaning to verbs.
Many adverbs have very similar meanings.
e.g. strongly – vigorously simply - plainly
unhurriedly – slowly roughly - crudely

Match each adverb below that has a similar meaning.
 keenly fearfully gracefully solidly entirely broadly faintly awkwardly fondly violently frigidly tidily

1. timidly ……………….. 7. wildly ………………..
2. warmly ……………….. 8. feebly ………………..
3. clumsily ……………….. 9. elegantly ………………..
4. eagerly ……………….. 10. vastly ………………..
5. coldly ……………….. 11. fully ………………..
6. neatly ……………….. 12. firmly ………………..

 Worksheet 16.
ADVERBS (Similar and Opposite Meanings)
Adverbs are mainly used to add meaning to verbs.
Some adverbs have opposite meanings.
e.g. roughly – smoothly joyfully - sadly
inside – outside tightly - loosely

Match each adverb below with one that has an opposite
meaning.
 hurriedly loudly anxiously never brightly dangerously slowly courteously fortunately cleverly courageously economically

1. safely ……………….. 7. calmly ………………..
2. cowardly ……………….. 8. slowly ………………..
3. wastefully ……………….. 9. rudely ………………..
4. softly ……………….. 10. dimly ………………..
5. quickly ……………….. 11. always ………………..
6. unluckily ……………….. 12. stupidly ………………..

 Worksheet 17.
ADVERBS (Similar and Opposite Meanings)
Adverbs are mainly used to add meaning to verbs.
Some adverbs have opposite meanings.
e.g. roughly – smoothly joyfully - sadly
inside – outside tightly - loosely

Match each adverb below with one in the box that has an opposite meaning.
 sadly skilfully often carefully gradually energetically tightly   quietly accidentally early above worst

1. loosely ……………….. 7. late ………………..
2. best ……………….. 8. recklessly ………………..
3. seldom ……………….. 9. noisily ………………..
4. joyfully ……………….. 10. wearily ………………..
5. awkwardly ……………….. 11. deliberately ………………..
6. suddenly ……………….. 12. below ………………..

 Worksheet 18.
ADVERBS (Forming Adverbs)
Many adverbs are formed from adjectives by adding “-ly” to the end of the word. Often spelling changes are needed.
e.g. quick – quickly (add “ly”)
definite – definitely (add “ly”)
graceful – gracefully (add “ly”)
gentle – gently (drop “e” and add “ly”)
easy – easily (change “y” to “i” and add “ly”)
frantic – frantically ( add “ally”)

Form adverbs from the adjectives below by adding “ly” and make other spelling changes where needed.

Adjective Adverb
1. complete + ly = …………….……
2. capable + ly = …………….……
3. clear + ly = …………….……
4. busy + ly = …………….……
5. basic + ly = …………….……
6. valuable + ly = …………….……
7. usual + ly = …………….……
8. humble + ly = …………….……
9. lone + ly = …………….……
10. fancy + ly = …………….……
11. heroic + ly = …………….……
12. real + ly = …………….……

 Worksheet 19.
ADVERBS (Forming Adverbs)
Many adverbs are formed from adjectives by adding “-ly” to the end of the word. Often spelling changes are needed.
e.g. quick – quickly (add “ly”)
definite – definitely (add “ly”)
graceful – gracefully (add “ly”)
gentle – gently (drop “e” and add “ly”)
easy – easily (change “y” to “i” and add “ly”)
frantic – frantically ( add “ally”)

Form adverbs from the adjectives below by adding “ly” and make other spelling changes where needed.

Adjective Adverb
1. loyal + ly = …………….……
2. crazy + ly = …………….……
3. extreme + ly = …………….……
4. durable + ly = …………….……
5. historic + ly = …………….……
6. stupid + ly = …………….……
7. hungry + ly = …………….……
8. total + ly = …………….……
9. drastic + ly = …………….……
10. similar + ly = …………….……
11. occasional + ly = …………….……
12. remarkable + ly = …………….……

 Worksheet 20.
ADVERBS (Forming Adverbs)
Many adverbs are formed from adjectives by adding “-ly” to the end of the word. Often spelling changes are needed.
e.g. quick – quickly (add “ly”)
definite – definitely (add “ly”)
graceful – gracefully (add “ly”)
gentle – gently (drop “e” and add “ly”)
easy – easily (change “y” to “i” and add “ly”)
frantic – frantically ( add “ally”)

Form adverbs from the adjectives below by adding “ly” and make other spelling changes where needed.

Adjective Adverb
1. loose + ly = …………….……
2. final + ly = …………….……
3. greedy + ly = …………….……
4. specific + ly = …………….……
5. friend + ly = …………….……
6. staunch + ly = …………….……
7. general + ly = …………….……
8. necessary + ly = …………….……
9. scenic + ly = …………….……
10. quick + ly = …………….……
11. accidental + ly = …………….……
12. steady + ly = …………….……

 Worksheet 21.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Time and Place)
Adverbs of time tell “when” a particular action took place.
e.g. We expect to be served soon.
The recently restored car was very popular.
The photographs will be ready tomorrow.

Circle the adverb of time in the sentences below.

1. The injured driver’s condition was constantly monitored.
2. The speeches seemed to last forever.
3. The temperature was recorded hourly.
4. I always watch the television news.
5. Tomorrow Julia is leaving for a week’s holiday.
6. The movie will start soon.
7. They arrived late because of the roadblock.
8. The bus will depart immediately after the match.
9. I often walk to school in summer.
10. Today Sam is being presented with his award.

 Worksheet 22.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Time and Place)
Adverbs of time tell “when” a particular action took place.
e.g. We expect to be served soon.
The recently restored car was very popular.
The photographs will be ready tomorrow.

Circle the adverb of time in the sentences below.

1. The pizzas were delivered promptly.
2. The children instantly dispersed at the sight of the teacher.
3. The daffodils bloomed early this year.
4. We mow our lawn frequently in spring.
5. We visit the museum regularly.
6. The school concert was cancelled tonight.
7. My dad is currently working for the government.
8. The damaged tap was continually dripping.
9. The sun momentarily shone through the clouds.
10. Our teacher never forces anyone to read aloud.

 Worksheet 23.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Time and Place)
Adverbs of time tell “when” a particular action took place.
e.g. We expect to be served soon.
The recently restored car was very popular.
The photographs will be ready tomorrow.

Rewrite the following sentences and replace the selected adverb of time with a similar meaning.
sooner momentarily presently
rarely continually immediately

1. Those birds are seldom sighted in this area.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
2. That word is constantly misused.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
3. The lion stopped fleetingly before disappearing into the trees.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
4. We heard they will arrive earlier than expected.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
5. He wants a drink now.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
6. Her paintings are currently being exhibited.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….

 Worksheet 24.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Time and Place)
Adverbs of place tell “where” a particular action took place.
e.g. The teacher sat behind the class.
They stayed inside because of the cold wind.
The heaters were placed around the sides of the hall.

Circle the adverb of place in the sentences below.

1. Wait here until the floor dries.
2. The mystery parcel was hidden behind the cushion.
3. The building was centrally located.
4. We now live closer to the beach.
5. Jodie spun around and saw the tiger for the first time.
6. The shrub was planted near the back door.
7. The trophy was kept inside a glass case.
8. She always enjoyed playing outdoors.
9. The gas cylinders were stored externally.
10. The organically grown vegetables were sold locally.

 Worksheet 25.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Time and Place)
Adverbs of place tell “where” a particular action took place.
e.g. The teacher sat behind the class.
They stayed inside because of the cold wind.
The heaters were placed around the sides of the hall.

Circle the adverb of place in the sentences below.

1. The originals are stored elsewhere.
2. Andrew jumped when something moved overhead.
3. The letter was squeezed under the door.
4. The cat walked along the top of the fence.
5. He stayed behind to help finish the job.
6. The electrician climbed up the ladder.
7. The puppy could not be found anywhere.
8. All the land thereabouts was once owned by my grandparents.
9. Our car was parked alongside a new Mercedes.
10. She stared upwards at the skyscraper.

 Worksheet 26.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Time and Place)
Adverbs of place tell “where” a particular action took place.
e.g. The teacher sat behind the class.
They stayed inside because of the cold wind.
The heaters were placed around the sides of the hall.

Rewrite the following sentences and replace the selected adverb of place  with a similar meaning.
 outdoors broadly skywards underneath closer globally

1. The dirt was swept below the carpet.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
2. The Olympic Games are broadcast universally.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
3. The grass seeds were spread widely.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
4. We always keep our pets outside.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
5. Our cousins live nearer to school than us.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
6. Everyone looked upwards as the jet passed.
………………………………………………...……….………………

  Worksheet 27.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Manner and Degree)
Adverbs of manner tell “how” a particular action took place.
e.g. The crowd cheered wildly.
The expectant father paced patiently.
The seal cleverly balanced the ball on its nose.

Circle the adverb of manner in the sentences below.

1. The victorious group sang joyfully.
2. The announcer speaks distinctly.
3. The boys stared hungrily at the pizzas.
4. The irresponsible driver drove recklessly.
5. The farmer gently eased the cow into the pen.
6. The season ended successfully for our team.
7. Her hair was tied loosely behind her head.
8. The guilty party spoke reluctantly.
9. The dancer waltzed gracefully across the floor.
10. The cautious man invested his money carefully.

 Worksheet 28.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Manner and Degree)
Adverbs of manner tell “how” a particular action took place.
e.g. The crowd cheered wildly.
The expectant father paced patiently.
The seal cleverly balanced the ball on its nose.

Circle the adverb of manner in the sentences below.

1. The horse trainer worked patiently with the young filly.
2. The charity desperately needs more funding.
3. The tired girl nodded her head sleepily.
4. The restored ship sailed majestically into the harbour.
5. The council had reliably served the community for many years.
6. Rebecca did her work quietly.
7. The ambulance officer accepted the certificate proudly.
8. The actors had performed marvellously.
9. We all laughed heartily at his jokes.
10. The defeated boxer had fought valiantly.

 Worksheet 29.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Manner and Degree)
Adverbs of manner tell “how” a particular action took place.
e.g. The crowd cheered wildly.
The expectant father paced patiently.
The seal cleverly balanced the ball on its nose.

Rewrite the following sentences and replace the selected adverb of manner with a similar meaning.
 charitably robustly genuinely cautiously tenderly   sluggishly

1. I am sincerely interested in your situation.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
2. Her heart beat strongly.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
3. My uncle generously gave his time to help others.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
4. Slowly the fallen rider picked herself up from the mud.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
5. The inexperienced team started nervously.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
6. He handled the litter of pups gently.
………………………………………………...……….………………

 Worksheet 30.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Manner and Degree)
Adverbs of manner tell “how” a particular action took place.
e.g. The crowd cheered wildly.
The expectant father paced patiently.
The seal cleverly balanced the ball on its nose.

Rewrite the following sentences and replace the selected  adverb of manner with one with a similar meaning.
 plainly separately faithfully
 luxuriously abusively comfortably

1. The actress was simply dressed.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
2 . Fiona preferred to work independently.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
3. The operator responded rudely.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
4. He settled restfully in the new armchair.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
5. The dog waited loyally for his owner.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
6. The flat was extravagantly furnished.
………………………………………………...……….………………

 Worksheet 31.
ADVERBS (Adverbs of Manner and Degree)
Adverbs of degree tell “to what extent” a particular action took place.
They are also used to modify the meaning of adjectives.
e.g. The dragster started incredibly quickly.
The very strong surfer loved big waves.
The young mother was thoroughly exhausted.

Circle the adverb of degree in the sentences below.

1. The desk was very roughly painted.
2. The lost walkers were still reasonably hopeful of being found.
3. Laura always laughed extremely loudly.
4. The audience became quite restless because of the delays.
5. The boat was rather small.
6. My uncle’s farm is quite extensive.
7. He had been treated really badly in our opinion.
8. The skydiver was incredibly lucky to survive.
9. It is vitally important that he makes contact.
10. That solution is completely unworkable.

 Worksheet 32.
ADVERBS (Interrogative and Modal)
Interrogative adverbs are used to ask questions of time, place etc.
e.g. When did Lucy leave the pool?
Where did you put the tape measure?
How will we be able to afford it?

Choose the most appropriate interrogative adverb to
complete each sentence below.

1. ……...….. did you leave the toothpaste?
(when, where)
2. …...……. was the equipment not packed away?
(why, what)
3. …...……. much shorter do you want your hair?
(how, when)
4. ….…..…. is the next public meeting?
(how, when)
5. ……...…. is it so difficult to convince her?
(why, when)
6. …………. is the time?
(why, what)
7. ………….. many games have you played?
(how, when)
8. …………. are my new training shoes?
(how, where)

 Worksheet 33.
ADVERBS (Interrogative and Modal)
Modal adverbs modify (change) a verb, an adjective or another adverb
to show a degree of probability
e.g. They have probably missed the plane.
Hannah is rarely late for class.

Circle the modal adverb in the sentences below.

1. Harrison is likely to go surfing later.
2. Rosie is absolutely sure of her facts.
3. This house was probably built first.
4. Louise is barely tall enough to see over the fence.
5. It is possibly the first time it has happened.
6. Marcus has definitely been selected in the team.
7. She scarcely laughed all through the movie.
8. Dylan rarely does his homework these days.
9. Emily is certainly keen about attending the concert.
10. It is unlikely that will deter him.

  Worksheet 34.
ADVERBS (What Type of Adverb?)
Adverbs are used to add meaning to verbs, adjectives or other adverbs.
There are a number of different types of adverbs:-
e.g. I am listening now. (Adverb of time)
The ring was found under the rug. (Adverb of place)
The triathlete finished strongly. (Adverb of manner)
He reacted rather calmly. (Adverb of degree)

Choose whether the underlined adverb is either an adverb
of time, place, manner or degree.

1. The mouse escaped through a hole in the wall. ………..………
2. The radio programme will start soon. ……..…………
3. The numbers were chosen randomly. ………..………
4. The dried flowers are stored indoors. …………..……
5. They worked extremely hard. …………..……
6. The roof racks were fastened tightly. ………..………
7. The meal will be ready shortly. …………..……
8. Our aunt lives nearby. ……..…………

 Worksheet 35.
ADVERBS (What Type of Adverb?)
Adverbs are used to add meaning to verbs, adjectives or other adverbs.
There are a number of different types of adverbs:-
e.g. I am listening now. (Adverb of time)
The ring was found under the rug. (Adverb of place)
The triathlete finished strongly. (Adverb of manner)
He reacted rather calmly. (Adverb of degree)

Choose whether the selected adverb is either an adverb
of time, place, manner or degree.

1. Our friends recently purchased a caravan. ………..………
2. The winner smiled smugly. ……..…………
3. Our car was parked near the supermarket. ………..………
4. We arrived late because of the snow. …………..……
5. They principal smiled warmly. …………..……
6. He was quite shaken by the bad news. ………..………
7. The guest was already seated. …………..……
8. The guilty boy hung his head shamefully. ……..…………

 Worksheet 36.
ADVERBS (Degrees of Comparison)
Like adjectives adverbs can be used in three different ways which are
called degrees of comparison. Adverbs of one syllable add “er” and “est” to form the comparative and superlative forms.
Positive Comparative Superlative
high higher highest
soon sooner soonest
late later latest

Select the correct form of the adverb to complete each sentence below.
 nearer later late high higher near highest latest

1. The mail arrived ………..……… again.
2. We live ……..………… the train station.
3. My paper plane can fly ………..……… than yours.
4. The Thompsons live…………..…… to the train station than us.
5. Today the mail arrived …………..…… than yesterday.
6. My paper plane can fly ………..……… .
7. Today the mail arrived the …………..…… it has all month.
8. My paper plane can fly ……..………… of all the planes.

 Worksheet 37.
ADVERBS (Degrees of Comparison)
Adverbs ending in “ly” form the comparative by adding “more” before the adverb and the superlative by adding “most” before the adverb.
Positive Comparative Superlative
confidently more confidently most confidently
politely more politely most politely
faintly more faintly most faintly

Select the correct form of the adverb to complete each sentence below.
 quickly most cruelly attentively more quickly
 cruelly most quickly more cruelly more attentively

1. The dogs were treated ……………..……… of all the animals.
2. Sarah was listening …………..………… .
3. The winning sprinter ran ……………..……… than in the heat.
4. The dogs were treated ………………..…… .
5. That sprinter can run ………………..…… of all the athletes.
6. Sarah was listening …………….……… than her sister.
7. The winning sprinter ran ………………..…… .
8. The dogs were treated ……..….……..…… than the cats.

 Worksheet 38.
ADVERBS (Degrees of Comparison)
Some adverbs form degrees of comparison in an irregular way.
Positive Comparative Superlative
badly worse worst
well better best
little less least

Select the correct form of the adverb to complete each sentence below.
 less best badly little better least worse well

1. Oscar felt ……………..……… when he kicked an own goal.
2. Ryan eats …………..………… of all for breakfast.
3. Peter played ……………..……… than last time.
4. Lucy eats ………………..…… between meals.
5. Simone played ………………..…… when she won the trophy.
6. Lauren was voted …………….……… in the grand final.
7. Ben eats ………………..…… for breakfast than lunch.
8. Oscar felt ……..……..…… when he kicked a second own goal.

 Worksheet 39.
ADVERBS (Using Adverbs Correctly)
Adverbs and adjectives are sometimes confused and incorrectly used.
e.g. Tom played good. Incorrect (good is an adjective)
The team played well. Correct
The team finished real strongly. Incorrect (real is an adjective)
The team finished really strongly. Correct

Choose the correct word to complete each sentence below.

1. Kate shouted ….…….……. but there was no response.
(loudly, loud)
2. The team had very ………..……. support.
(good, well)
3. The wind blew ….…….……. strongly.
(real, really)
4. Julie had a ….……….…. sprained wrist.
(bad, badly)
5. We soon discovered that it was a …………..…. snake.
(really, real)
6. I felt …………..…. after letting down my friends.
(bad, badly)
7. The choir sang really ………..…….. .
(good, well)
8. It is now a ……..………. good time for trout fishing.
(real, really)

 Worksheet 40.
ADVERBS (Using Adverbs Correctly)
Adverbs and adjectives are sometimes confused and incorrectly used.
e.g. Tom played good. Incorrect (good is an adjective)
The team played well. Correct
The team finished real strongly. Incorrect (real is an adjective)
The team finished really strongly. Correct
Each of the sentences below has a mistake in adverb/adjective usage.

Correct the error and rewrite each of the sentences.

1. I was real sorry I missed them.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
2. For two days it snowed continuous.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
3. His leg was broken really bad.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
4. I could see more easier in the brighter light.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
5. Brooke was not feeling good so she had a rest.
………………………………………………...……….……………………………….
6. Our dog barked loud at the visitor.
………………………………………………...…