Adverbs of degree

Which are the two types of adverbs we've worked with? List and describe both of them briefly providing an example for each case.

There are some common softening adverbs. What's their function? Explain briefly.

There are some adverbs used with gradable adjectives. Type any of them in the box:

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There are some adverbs used with ungradable adjectives. Type any of them in the box:

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The adverb quite has different meanings according to whether it is used with a gradable or ungradable adjective. Explain which is the difference according to the grammar read at home.

Choose the correct meaning for the expression "quite tasty":

The food at the restaurant was quite tasty but they needed to use more salt.

• Extremely tasty

• not tasty at all

• tasty enough

• "quite" can be omitted

Choose the correct meaning for the expression "quite delicious":

The food at the restaurant was quite delicious.

• "fairly" delicious

• not delicious at all

• The meaning of the word delicious is reinforced.

• "quite" can be omitted, since there's no change in meaning.

Explain the meaning of "too slowly":

The're walking too slowly to get to thhe station on time.

Explain the meaning of "fast enough":

He didn't give thhe answer fast enough.

How difficult was this grammar structure for you?

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