Adverbial Phrase Worksheets

Related ELA Standard: L.9-10.1

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When you have two or more words that take on the role of an adverb in a sentence, you have an adverbial phrase. They are sneaky and can often go unseen. They are grammatical chameleons and can be helpfully applied to just about any sentence pattern, as need. They are often dramatic and can contribute a great deal to the overall role of the significance within a sentence. They often take on the role of explaining how something should or will be done in a sentence. These worksheets highlight the use and placement of adverbial phrases within sentences.

Adverbial Phrase Worksheets To Print:

Jazz It Up! - This is entirely an identification activity. Draw a line under all of them.

Phrase Match - Match each main clause with an target phrase to create a sentence that makes sense and flows right off the tongue.

Draw It Up! - Underline the adverbial phrase in each sentence. Draw a line to the word it modified.

Quick Quiz - Explain the function of the phrase in a sentence. We take a look at dog day sentences.

Wavy Thoughts - Underline the fundamental modifier of each of the sentences.

Create a Sentence - Pair the two pieces together to create a sentence. See if you can create multiple frames of thoughts beyond the six that are given to you.

All Together Now! - Finish off each of the sentences to create a well put together thought that makes the most of it all.

Modifying Verb - Underline the underlying modifier with in each sentence. Write the verb that it modifies on the line.

Sent-Re-Writes - Rewrite each sentence. Add a twist that is used to modify the verb in the sentence.

Match'em Up - More pairing and sharings are here. Make sure that full thought comes across quickly.

Expecting an Adverb? - The known phrase of interest answers the same questions as a regular adverb: how/how much, when, or where.

Using Phrases as Adverbs - Use the technique we have been discussing to modify the verb in the sentence and rewrite each of them.

Adding This Technique to Your Writing - Write sentences using the adverbial phrases provided. True practice at work.

Developing Sentences -You will slowly and methodically compose a series of sentences that helps you draw on new conclusions.

From Scratch - Write sentences using each of the adverbial phrases indicated. These can be pretty fun to put together.

What Are Adverbial Phrases?


Adverbial phrases are the sets of words that serve as an adverb in the sentence. An adverbial phrase consists of multiple words. The basic function of the adverbial phrase is to modify the other terms in a sentence. These terms that are modified include adverbs, adjectives, and verb. Adverbial phrases explain when, why, and how some activity occurred. It always relies on the verb and subject of the sentence. An adverbial phrase is made up of at least two parts, an adverb and a prepositional phrase that comes before or after the adverb. The adverb in the adverbial phrase acts as the head of the phrase. For example:


Nathan parked his car.
Nathan parked his car there.
Nathan parked his car right there.


The first sentence does not contain an adverb, but the second sentence contains the adverb "there" to show the location where the car was parked while the third sentence contains the adverb phrase which consists of two words "right there". There are three types of adverbial phrases that are used in a sentence. These three types are given below:


In Regards to Manners


This type of phrase tells how some action has been done e.g. He talked to her in a sarcastic tone. The above example tells that the act of speaking was done sarcastically.


Using It With Time


This type of adverbial phrase states when an action was performed or how frequently something happens.

e.g. she completed her homework in fifteen minutes. This example shows that the act of writing was done in fifteen minutes.


The Concept of Location or Place


Adverbial phrase of time tells us about where an action is performed.

E.g.: He was sitting at the back of the seat

She started her business anywhere near your place

In the above two examples, the italic parts are pointing out the place of action.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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