Suffix -ly

How can you use '-ly' to describe how someone runs?

• They run 'slowly' to describe the manner of running.

• They run 'quickly' to describe the manner of running.

• They run 'happily' to describe the manner of running.

• They run 'loudly' to describe the manner of running.

What does 'softly' mean?

• In a loud manner; aggressively or noisily.

• In a soft manner; gently or quietly.

• In a harsh manner; roughly or loudly.

• In a quick manner; rapidly or hastily.

What does 'slowly' mean?

• In a quick manner; taking a short time to do something.

• In a moderate pace; neither fast nor slow.

• In a slow manner; taking a long time to do something.

• In a hurried manner; doing something rapidly.

What does 'happily' mean?

• In a sad manner; with sorrow or grief.

• In a happy manner; with joy or pleasure.

• In a neutral manner; without strong feelings.

• In a confused manner; with uncertainty.

What does 'carefully' mean?

• In a hasty manner; rushing through tasks.

• In a careful manner; paying close attention to avoid mistakes.

• Without any attention to detail; being careless.

• In a relaxed manner; taking one's time.

What does the suffix '-ly' mean?

• It indicates a location or place.

• It is used to turn adjectives into adverbs, indicating the manner in which something is done.

• It denotes a time period or duration.

• It signifies a comparison between two things.

What does 'gladly' mean?

• Happy; doing something with joy or pleasure.

• Feeling sad or upset.

• Doing something reluctantly or with hesitation.

• Indifferent or without concern.

What does 'eagerly' mean?

• With excitement or enthusiasm; wanting to do something very much.

• In a slow and deliberate manner.

• Without any interest or enthusiasm.

• Only when prompted or asked.

What does 'certainly' mean?

• Without a doubt; used to express agreement or assurance.

• A term used to indicate uncertainty.

• A phrase used to express disagreement.

• An expression of indifference.

What does 'suddenly' mean?

• In a planned manner; happening slowly and predictably.

• In an unplanned way; happening quickly and unexpectedly.

• In a gradual way; taking time to develop.

• In a controlled manner; happening with prior notice.