Adverb

Adverb-Study Notes-1

Definition of adverbs:

add + verb = adverb

The word that tells us something more about the verb (action done) is known as the adverb.

Adjective + ly = adverb

Example:

1. Bright + ly = brightly – The sun is shining brightly.

(verb = is shining. Shining how? Ans = brightly. Thus brightly = Adverb)

Adverbs Practice Exercise – 1

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Adverbs of manner:

Select the correct adverb of manner and fill in the blanks:

[nicely, quietly, heavily, clearly, fast, quickly, regularly, loudly]

1. The coach spoke _____ when he explained the game.

Adverb-Study Notes-2

Types of adverbs:

Adverbs of manner: (exceptions)

Adverbs of Manner NOT ending in ‘ly’

1. The train runs fast. (verb = runs; Question – runs how?)

(Answer – FAST. Thus, fast = adverb of manner)

2. Ma’am teaches well. (verb = teaches; Question – teaches how)