Adverbs

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What is an adverb?

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An adverb is a word that describes or modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. It often tells us how, when, where, or to what extent something happens.

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What does an adverb that tells 'how' do?

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It describes the manner in which an action is performed.

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Give an example of an adverb that tells 'how'.

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Firmly, as in 'Grip the handlebars firmly.'

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What does an adverb that tells 'when' do?

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It describes the time an action takes place.

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Give an example of an adverb that tells 'when'.

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Yesterday, as in 'I went to the park yesterday.'

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What does an adverb that tells 'where' do?

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It describes the place an action takes place.

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Give an example of an adverb that tells 'where'.

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Here, as in 'Come here.'

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What does an adverb that tells 'to what extent' do?

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It describes the degree or intensity of an action.

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Give an example of an adverb that tells 'to what extent'.

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Very, as in 'She is very happy.'

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What is the difference between an adverb and an adjective?

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An adverb modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, while an adjective modifies nouns.