This quiz is about identifying adverbs and it helps children understand what an adverb is used for. The National Curriculum states that Year 2 pupils at KS1 level should know this terminology. Using adverbs will increase their knowledge of the English language and literacy.
A verb is a word that involves action and an adverb is how the action is happening. ‘She sang loudly’ - the verb is ‘sang’ and how she is singing is ‘loudly,’ which is the adverb.
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You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize – What is an adverb?
Many adverbs end in 'ly'.
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An adverb adds to and describes a verb.
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When we write, we want to interest the reader. By adding description to our verbs, we are making our stories more enjoyable.
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It is important that every house has a fire alarm and that the owners check it regularly.
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The English way to spell aeroplane is like this but in America they write 'airplane'.
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Try to write the verb then the adverb when possible.
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You will often see snails in the garden after rain.
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Make sure the adverb you use makes sense.
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There are lots of adverbs to choose from, so make sure you add them in your writing.
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Every sentence you write has the potential to include an adverb.
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