Part I: On your paper write the adverb in each sentence.
Part II: write the following sentences. Box the adverb and draw and arrow to the word it modifies. Label the modified word's part of speech. (adj, adv, v.)
Part III: Writing Exercise.
Write a postcard message to someone who lives in another state. Share details about the interests and attractions a tourist in your state might visit. Use adverbs to add details about: 1.) when 2.) where, 3. ) in what way 4.) to what extent.
- Lakes and rivers in California frequently attract many tourists.
- The Sacramento River flows south from Mount Shasta.
- The San Joaquin and Sacramento rivers have tributaries that mainly drain into the central valley.
- Dams have been used successfully to create small lakes.
- These lakes continuously provide recreation such as fishing and boating.
Part II: write the following sentences. Box the adverb and draw and arrow to the word it modifies. Label the modified word's part of speech. (adj, adv, v.)
- California has extremely varied climates and geographical features.
- The very active San Andreas Fault runs through northern California.
- Often, people travel north to see the redwoods.
- In the northwestern part of the state is the remarkably rugged Sierra Nevada mountain range.
- To appreciate the best view of the Sierra Nevada, you must get up early.
- Do you think you will ever visit central California?
- There, you can sample delicious fruits.
- Oranges, however, are very widely grown.
- In southern California, there is too little rainfall to support many crops.
- We had good weather almost every day.
Part III: Writing Exercise.
Write a postcard message to someone who lives in another state. Share details about the interests and attractions a tourist in your state might visit. Use adverbs to add details about: 1.) when 2.) where, 3. ) in what way 4.) to what extent.