Exploring Adverbs of Frequency in English

What do adverbs modify in a sentence?

• Nouns

• Verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs

• Pronouns

• Conjunctions

Which adverb of frequency indicates an action is done 100% of the time?

• Always

• Sometimes

• Often

• Rarely

How often does 'occasionally' suggest an action occurs?

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

Which frequency does 'rarely' correspond to?

• 20%

• 5%

• 50%

• 30%

How often is 'seldom' used to describe the frequency of an action?

• Always

• Not often

• Occasionally

• Never

Which adverb of frequency would you use to describe an action that happens 90% of the time?

• Seldom

• Sometimes

• Often

• Usually

How often does 'never' indicate an action occurs?

• 0%

• 50%

• 10%

• 20%

Where do adverbs of frequency typically appear in a sentence?

• Between the subject and the verb

• After the verb

• At the end of the sentence

• At the beginning of the sentence

What is the correct placement for the adverb 'every day' in a sentence?

• Before the subject

• Between the subject and the verb

• After the verb

• None of the above

What does the adverb 'twice a year' specify about an action?

• None of the above

• Both A and B

• It is done biannually

• It is done every six months