When the action happens
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Test yourself first: 5 questions
Question 1 of 5
An adverb modifies a:
Answer: B. Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs (often answering how, when, or where).
Question 2 of 5
Which sentence keeps a consistent verb tense?
Answer: B. Both verbs should share the same tense. 'Walked' and 'bought' are both past tense — consistent.
Question 3 of 5
Identify the conjunction in: 'I ran and jumped.'
Answer: B. 'And' is a conjunction that connects the two verbs.
Question 4 of 5
Which word is an adverb in the sentence 'She quickly finished the exam'?
Answer: B. An adverb modifies a verb and often ends in -ly. 'Quickly' tells HOW she finished (modifying the verb 'finished').
Question 5 of 5
Identify the adverb in: 'He spoke softly.'
Answer: C. 'Softly' modifies the verb 'spoke,' telling how — so it is an adverb.
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