Adverbs of Intensity Quiz

What do adverbs of intensity answer?

• When

• How much

• Where

• What

Where are adverbs of intensity usually placed?

• At the end of a sentence

• After the subject

• Before the word they modify

• In the middle of a word

Which of the following is an example of an adverb of intensity?

• Quickly

• Slightly

• Beautifully

• Happily

What does the adverb 'too' do in a sentence?

• Strengthens the meaning

• Weakens the meaning

• Describes a noun

• Indicates time

Which sentence uses an adverb of intensity to strengthen the meaning?

• The building was partially completed.

• It is too cold in Antarctica for men to live.

• Jane almost failed the exam.

• Felix bought a slightly used car.

What does the adverb 'almost' do in a sentence?

• Strengthens the meaning

• Weakens the meaning

• Describes a place

• Indicates a time

Which of the following adverbs means 'completely'?

• Almost

• Slightly

• Really

• Partially

What is the purpose of adverbs of intensity?

• To describe nouns

• To strengthen or weaken meanings

• To ask questions

• To indicate time

Which sentence shows weakening with an adverb of intensity?

• It seems a perfectly reasonable request.

• The building was partially completed.

• It is too cold.

• Jenny is so excited.

What does the adverb 'totally' do in a sentence?

• Strengthens the meaning

• Indicates a time

• Weakens the meaning

• Describes a place