Language Hub Upper-Intermediate, Unit 2.2 - Vocabulary (Adverbs

Naturally / Simply, we all want to find a solution as soon as possible.

• Naturally

• Simply

Replace the phrases in italics with adverbs admittedly, frankly, merely, naturally, apparently, sadly.

Do NOT rewrite the sentence, write only obe word

l accept that I don't do as much to help the environment as I probably should.

Replace the phrases in italics with adverbs admittedly, frankly, merely, naturally, apparently, sadly.

Do NOT rewrite the sentence, write only obe word

To be completely honest, I don't like her attitude.

Replace the phrases in italics with adverbs admittedly, frankly, merely, naturally, apparently, sadly.

Do NOT rewrite the sentence, write only obe word

The money they're offering is just to keep us quiet.

Replace the phrases in italics with adverbs admittedly, frankly, merely, naturally, apparently, sadly.

Do NOT rewrite the sentence, write only obe word

Of course, we will let you know if anything changes.

Replace the phrases in italics with adverbs admittedly, frankly, merely, naturally, apparently, sadly.

Do NOT rewrite the sentence, write only obe word

He's just bought a Ferrari, from what people say.

Match the statements with the correct response.

• Frankly, I thought it was terrible.

• Getting this new computer system has made our department far more efficient.

• It was, undoubtedly, the right decision.

• You got us lost!

• Yes, it was simply delicious!

• Did you enjoy the play last night?

• Admittedly, I have the map...

• That really was an absolutely wonderful meal.

Match the statements with the correct response.

• Naturally! You always get your work done

• Do you remember Mr Greene? What's he doing now?

• Sadly, I can't go.

• What did you say to her? She's really upset.

• Apparently, he retired last year.

• I am so excited about the event next week!

• Nothing, I was merely trying to explain.

• It was a hard project, but l eventually got it all finished.

Replace the phrases in italics with adverbs admittedly, frankly, merely, naturally, apparently, sadly.

Do NOT rewrite the sentence, write only obe word

Although I wish it wasn't necessary, I have to leave my job.

I'm sorry, but what's being reported in the press merely / simply isn't true.

• merely

• simply