Ms. Underwoods Writing Class Paragraph Structure Day 12
Ms. Underwoods Writing Class Paragraph Structure Day 12
Name: __________________________
HR: ____________________________
Date:______________________________
I can:
1. Define the word, adverb.
2. Select adverbs to make sentences more interesting.
Skill Drill
Notes Selecting Adverbs
Definition
Adverb:
Definition
Boring verbs:
Example Sentence with a boring verb:
Adverbs answer the questionsabout verbs.
For example
The dog jumped quickly.How did the dog jump?
The dog jumped today.When did the dog jump?
The dog jumped up.Where did the dog jump?
Adverb Questions
Adverb Suffix
Adverbs often end with the suffix
For example
Guided Practice Adding Adverbs to Make Sentences Stronger
Directions: In the sentences below, circle the boring verbs(s).
Then use a caret ^ to add in as many interesting adverbs as
necessary.
1. I ran to the door.
2. I walk to the store.
3. The girl danced to the song.
4. I went for ice cream.
5. I complete my homework.
Guided Practice Writing an Interesting Paragraph
Directions: Use the provided topic to brainstorm some supporting
details that are relevant to the topic sentence. Write three
supporting details for each one. Be sure to include five strong
adverbs. Box all adverbs. Also, remember your oath!
Step 1: Choose a subject
Moving around a classroom
Step 2: Choose a topic sentence
Step 3: Choose three supporting details
Supporting Detail
Supporting Detail
Supporting Detail
Main Idea
Graphic Organizer
Step 4: Write your paragraph here:
Independent Practice Writing an Interesting Paragraph
Directions: Use the provided topic to brainstorm some supporting
details that are relevant to the topic sentence. Write three
supporting details for each one. Be sure to include five strong
adverbs. Box all adverbs. Also, remember your oath!
Step 1: Choose a subject
Eating ice cream
Step 2: Choose a topic sentence
Step 3: Brainstorm three supporting details
Supporting Detail
Supporting Detail
Supporting Detail
Main Idea
Graphic Organizer
Step 4: Write your paragraph here Remember your oath!!
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HR: ___________________________
Date: __________________________
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Directions: Use the provided topic to brainstorm some supporting
details that are relevant to the topic sentence. Write three
supporting details for each one. Be sure to include five strong
adverbs. Box all adverbs. Also, remember your oath!
Step 1: Choose a subject
Cleaning my room
Step 2: Choose a topic sentence
Step 3: Brainstorm supporting details
Step 4: Write a topic sentence and three supporting details
Name: _________________________
HR: ___________________________
Date: __________________________
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