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Adverbs and Adjectives
In this lesson we will learn the basics of adverbs and adjectives.
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Adverbs and Adjectives
In this lesson we will learn the basics of adverbs and adjectives.
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Adjective Definition
An
adjective
modifies, or describes, a noun or pronoun.
Adjectives
answer the questions "Which one?", "What kind?", and "How many?"
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RED
= ADJECTIVE
BLUE
= NOUN/PRONOUN
ORANGE
= VERB
PURPLE
= ADVERB
YELLOW
= ADVERB PHRASE
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Examples
Which one?
The
red
shoes
are Rachel's.
What kind?
Jazz
music
is my favorite.
How many?
A
few
friends
can come to the party.
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Adverb Definition
Adverbs
modify (or describe) verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.
Adverbs
answer the questions "How?", "Where?", "When?", and "Why?"
Most words ending in '-ly' are adverbs.
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RED
= ADJECTIVE
BLUE
= NOUN/PRONOUN
ORANGE
= VERB
PURPLE
= ADVERB
YELLOW
= ADVERB PHRASE
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Examples
Where?
The bird
flew
south
for the winter.
When?
The bird
flew
yesterday.
Why?
The bird
flew
because of the cold weather.
How?
The bird
flew
swiftly.
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We have two concerns when using adverbs and adjectives in writing.
One is selecting adjectives and adverbs that will strengthen your writing.
The other is identifying and correcting problems with these modifiers.
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Adverbs and Adjectives can be used to enhance our communication skills.
By using modifiers, you may be able to add significant information to your writing.
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Now we understand!
Now you have learned the very basics of adverbs and adjectives!
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