Front

What is an adjective?

Back

An adjective is a word that describes a noun. For example, in 'the big dog', 'big' is the adjective.

Front

What is an adverb?

Back

An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. For example, in 'run quickly', 'quickly' is the adverb.

Front

Give an example of an adjective.

Back

Examples of adjectives include: happy, red, tall, friendly.

Front

Give an example of an adverb.

Back

Examples of adverbs include: softly, quickly, very, well.

Front

What does the adjective 'friendly' mean?

Back

'Friendly' means kind and pleasant to others.

Front

What does the adverb 'softly' mean?

Back

'Softly' means in a gentle or quiet manner.

Front

Identify the adjective in this sentence: 'The tall tree swayed in the wind.'

Back

The adjective is 'tall'.

Front

Identify the adverb in this sentence: 'She sings beautifully.'

Back

The adverb is 'beautifully'.

Front

What is the purpose of adjectives in a sentence?

Back

Adjectives add detail and description to nouns.

Front

What is the purpose of adverbs in a sentence?

Back

Adverbs add detail and description to verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.