Mastering Adverbs of Frequency and Intensity

• English
• Primary Education
• Age 5,11,13

Mastering Adverbs of Frequency and Intensity

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to compose clear and coherent sentences using appropriate grammatical structure for adverbs of frequency and intensity.

What do you already know about adverbs of frequency and intensity?

What are Adverbs?

Adverbs are words that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. They provide information about how, when, where, or to what extent something happens.

Adverbs of Frequency

Adverbs of frequency describe how often something happens. Common examples include 'always', 'often', 'sometimes', 'rarely', and 'never'.

Adverbs of Frequency - Sentence Examples

1. She always arrives on time.
2. They often go to the park.
3. I sometimes eat ice cream.
4. He rarely watches TV.
5. We never miss a deadline.

Frequency Adverb Placement

Adverbs of frequency are usually placed before the main verb in a sentence. However, they can also be placed at the beginning or end of a sentence.

Frequency Adverb Placement - Sentence Examples

1. I always brush my teeth before bed.
2. Often, she goes for a run in the morning.
3. They never miss their train.
4. Rarely do we eat out.
5. We sometimes watch movies on weekends.

Adverbs of Intensity

Adverbs of intensity modify adjectives or other adverbs to indicate the degree or extent of something. Common examples include 'very', 'extremely', 'quite', 'fairly', and 'really'.

Adverbs of Intensity - Sentence Examples

1. She is very happy with her new job.
2. The movie was quite boring.
3. He is extremely talented.
4. They are really good friends.
5. It's fairly cold outside today.

Intensity Adverb Placement

Adverbs of intensity usually come before the adjective or adverb they modify. However, they can also be placed at the beginning or end of a sentence.

Intensity Adverb Placement - Sentence Examples

1. It's very hot today.
2. Quite surprisingly, she won the competition.
3. He sings extremely well.
4. They are really happy.
5. Fairly, it was a long journey.

Practice Exercise: Adverbs of Frequency

Complete the following sentences with appropriate adverbs of frequency:
1. She _______ arrives late.
2. We _______ go to the gym.
3. They _______ eat fast food.
4. He _______ forgets his keys.
5. I _______ watch TV.

Practice Exercise: Adverbs of Intensity

Complete the following sentences with appropriate adverbs of intensity:
1. She is _______ tired.
2. The food was _______ delicious.
3. He works _______ hard.
4. They are _______ excited about the trip.
5. It's _______ hot outside.

Using Adverbs of Frequency and Intensity

Adverbs of frequency and intensity can be combined in a sentence to provide more specific information. For example, 'He always studies very hard.'

Using Adverbs of Frequency and Intensity - Sentence Examples

1. She rarely eats spicy food.
2. They always play tennis together.
3. He sometimes sings beautifully.
4. We often go to the beach on weekends.
5. I really enjoy watching movies.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Don't confuse 'always' with 'all ways'.
2. Don't use double negatives with adverbs of frequency or intensity.
3. Don't overuse intensifiers like 'very' in every sentence.

Review

Recap the main points covered in the lesson:
- Adverbs of frequency describe how often something happens.
- Adverbs of intensity modify adjectives or other adverbs to indicate the degree or extent.
- Adverbs of frequency and intensity can be used together for more specific information.

Summary Quiz

Answer the following questions:
1. What do adverbs of frequency describe?
2. Where are adverbs of intensity usually placed in a sentence?
3. Can adverbs of frequency and intensity be used together?

Further Practice

Encourage students to practice using adverbs of frequency and intensity in their own writing. Provide writing prompts or exercises for additional practice.

Additional Resources

Provide students with additional resources such as online exercises, grammar guides, or reference materials to further enhance their understanding of adverbs of frequency and intensity.

Conclusion

Wrap up the lesson by summarizing the key points and reminding students of the importance of using adverbs of frequency and intensity to compose clear and coherent sentences.