Adverb : Excercise

Examples of Adverbs of Manner in Sentences – How an Action Is Taking Place

• She was walking slowly.
• My friend and I ran quickly to get the bus.
• He stopped the car abruptly.
• My grandfather smiled cheerfully.
• Dina spoke boldly in front of a huge audience.
• The little boy smiled awkwardly after having pushed down a rack of toys.
• Sarah drove cautiously as the road was steep.
• They got here easily.
• Little Diana had dressed elegantly for her fifth birthday party.
• Blake waited eagerly to see what was inside the biggest box.

 

Examples of Adverbs of Frequency in Sentences – How Often an Action Takes Place

• I take the metro daily.
• She seldom finds it difficult to finish her work on time.
• I have always wanted to go on a roller coaster.
• Jonah often goes to work on his motorcycle.
• Katie and Kyle take this bus regularly.
• Banio, Bella and Brady never liked to go swimming.
• The teacher rarely found students running around in the ground.
• Harish hardly ever found the right answer.
• Tom got caught frequently.
• The lady wore traditional clothes occasionally.

Examples of Adverbs by Category

• Manner (how an action occurs):
  • Quietly she spoke. 
  • He ran fast. 
  She sang loudly. 
  Cheerfully they greeted the guests. 
Place (where an action occurs):
Look everywhere for your keys. 
He went outside. 
Come here. 
Time (when an action occurs):
We left early. 
He will return tomorrow. 
I saw him yesterday. 
Frequency (how often an action occurs):
They always help others. 
She rarely complains. 
I visit my grandparents weekly. 
Degree (how much or to what extent):
The tea is too hot. 
She is very busy. 
It is almost finished.