Adverbs: Adverbs of Emphasis
Adverbs of Emphasis We have seen that most adverbs describe verbs, but remember that some adverbs also describe adjectives or other adverbs. They are usually used to add emphasis. Here are some examples. The emphasizing adverbs are printed in bold. The adjectives or adverbs they describe are printed in color.
Anna can run really fast. That’s a very good drawing. My rice is too hot. The film was just terrible. Your excuses are completely unbelievable. These old tools are totally useless. She sings quite beautifully.
Exercise 1 Choose an adjective from the box and turn it into an adverb to complete the sentences below. The first one has been done for you.
close quick
firm sad
1. She writes very
bright regular
neatly
neat quiet
.
2. You have to talk
when you’re in the library.
3. Carry the glass
so you don’t drop it.
4. You should exercise
if you want to stay fit.
5. “Goodbye. I’m going to miss you,” she said 6. The sky was blue and the sun was shining 7. If you follow us
10. Attach the sign 98
.
, you won’t get lost.
8. I can’t understand you. Please speak more 9. Let’s walk
.
.
so we get home before it starts to rain. to the wall.
careful clear