Adverbs and Adverbials


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  1. 1.

    Circle the adverbs in these sentences and underline the verbs of adjectives that they modify.

    1. We would try it again.
    2. My brother is too shy to speak strangers.
    3. That the only reason I went to the party.
    4. I am so glad to hear the news!
    5. Use the scissors carefully.
    6. I am not quite sure how this works.
    7. She has been doing well, thank you for asking.
    8. The choir has mastered the song.
  2. 2.

    Underline the adverbs in these sentences and write what type they are.

    1. Souraj has always been extremely careful about studying.
    2. Cross the bridge carefully.
    3. They do not live in Delhi any more.
    4. Yesterday, this place was full of people.
    5. The band is marching towards the chief guest.
    6. Years went pass, but nothing changed.
    7. Patience, child. We shall reach Grandmother's place soon.
    8. I am very grateful for the invitation, but I am quite busy this month.
  3. 3.

    Underline the adverb phrases in these sentences.

    1. The athlete ran as fast as a cheetah.
    2. They ran across the field.
    3. Very quietly, Jack tiptoes into the kitchen.
    4. Riddhi is arriving from Bengaluru the day after tomorrow.
    5. the flag was unfurled at this very spot.
    6. You can stand wherever you like.
    7. The stolen goods were found in the deserted cabin.
    8. On his return, Sayan was asked a lot of questions.
  4. 4.

    Match the parts in column A and B to form complete sentences. Write them in the spaces provided.

    AB
    1. Nidhi  hid herselfa. on his way home.
    2. Although they were not allowed to swim,b. because of the bad weather
    3. My friends visit mec. despite the heavy traffic.
    4. Despite being in great pain,d. behind some bushes.
    5. Many of the flights were cancellede. twice every week.
    6. we went to bed earlyf. the children enjoyed themselves on the beach in 
    7. Raghu will pick up milkg. in order to rest well.
    8. We managed to reach the station on time,h. the injured player showed up for the match.
    1. Nidhi hid herself behind some bushes.
    2.  
  5. 5.

    Underline the adverb clauses in these sentences.

    1. Rashmi likes to backpack whereas her best friend prefers luxury tourism.
    2. Even though I have never met her personally, she still inspires me.
    3. After you've lived in the peaceful mountains, it is difficult to adjust to the noise in the cities.
    4. If this was your original plan, you should stick to it.
    5. In spite of the fact that she had met him before, she couldn't recognise him yesterday.
    6. Although the trip was full of ups and downs it turned out to be one of the best vacations ever.
    7. Before you make any judgement about the case, you should listen to both sides.
    8. In case I see her, I shall pass on the message.
  6. 6.

    Complete the adverb clauses in these sentences using suitable subordinating conjunctions from the box.

    while, unless, if, after, because, even though, in order to, since
    1. Suman went to Australia _____________ her mother lives there.
    2. ____________ I get a free ticket from somewhere, I can't afford to go to Paris right now.
    3. ____________ I have never gone swimming in the sea, I am still fascinated by the underwater world.
    4. ____________ the team was already through to the finals, the coach decided to give the players a day off.
    5. ______________ the rains stopped, the water level went down automatically.
    6. I train for two hours daily _____________ participate in the half marathon in December..
    7. _____________ you are interested in studying arts, you should take that up in college.
    8. _____________ there is no evidence against the accused, most people believe him to be the culprit.
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