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ADVERBS
ADVERBS
• An adverb is a word that tells more about a verb, an
adjective or another adverb.
• Our family drove slowly to the zoo.
• Highway safety is a very big problem.
• Dad always drives extremely carefully.
• An adverb can tell how, when, or where an action
takes place.
• We waited outside for the gates to open. (where)
LET’S PRACTICE
First find the verb in the sentence. Then think about
which word is describing how, when, or where an
action occurred.
• I happily watched the polar bears.
• A polar bear cub looked nearby.
• The bear cub looked curiously at me.
• Another polar bear floated lazily in the water.
• I always enjoy watching the bears.
ADVERBS BEFORE ADJECTIVES AND
ADVERBS
• Adverbs describe or tell more about VERBS
• Adverbs can also tell more about ADJECTIVES
• These adverbs can tell to what degree or what extent
• Example: The weather seemed terribly cold.
• Adverbs can also tell more about other ADVERBS
• Adverbs can also tell more about other adverbs
• Example: The ship moved very slowly.
LET’S PRACTICE
Name the adverb that describes each underlined adverb or
adjective.
• Families were crowded far below.
• Many people hoped to trip was almost over.
• The food and water tasted quite stale.
• Many passengers waited very patiently.
• The people were so tired by the end of the trip.