Adverbial phrases

Degree Adverbs and Adverb Phrases Modifying Noun Phrases

Definition/ Use/Exercises

Definition

A degree adverb helps to express the intensity or strength of something. Although adverbs usually modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs, degree adverbs can also modify noun phrases.

My journey to the jungle was nearly a perfect experience.

Example given

Some practice is needed

Unscramble the sentences and write the answers in the space below.

Choose the correct option. Remember the use of:

really

quite

almost

rather

absolutely

Multiple Choice

I got _____ good grades. I am very happy, although I can always do better.

• really

• quite

• almost

• rather

• absolutely

Multiple Choice

We had an _____ incredible time in Argentina.

• really

• quite

• almost

• rather

• absolutely

Multiple Choice

It was a _____ sad story but not enough to make me cry.

• really

• quite

• almost

• rather

• absolutely

Multiple Choice

Michael was a _____ trustworthy friend when I needed him.

• really

• quite

• almost

• rather

• absolutely

Multiple Choice

The film was so bad it was _____ a joke.

• really

• quite

• almost

• rather

• absolutely

Thank you

Is there any question?