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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.
- Derek rides his bicycle very quickly.
- Monica talks too quietly, so I can’t hear what she is saying.
- I accidentally hit James, so I said I was sorry.
- My mother drives very carefully because she doesn’t want to have
another accident.
- Wow! Henry sings beautifully!
- The two girls are playing happily in the park.
- Doris’ father angrily yelled at her last night.
- We were walking slowly when it started to rain.
- The teacher was angry because I wrote my homework carelessly.