Adverbs (Degree) - Comprehension Practice
English
Year 9
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~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on the use of adverbs of degree within sports-related texts, designed for Year 9 students to develop comprehension and analytical skills.
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Adverbs (Degree) - Comprehension Practice
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Grade Year 9
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Understanding Adverbs of Degree in Sports Narratives
The athlete sprinted exceptionally fast towards the finish line, her determination unwavering. The crowd cheered loudly as she pushed herself remarkably hard through the final stretch. Her performance was incredibly impressive, surpassing all expectations. Even in the intense heat, she ran remarkably swiftly, not once losing her focus. Her coach was hugely proud of her unwavering commitment, which clearly paid off. Throughout the race, her effort was almost unbelievably consistent, making her the favourite to win. The support from her team was immensely motivating, lifting her spirits greatly at every hurdle. As she crossed the line, she was extremely exhausted but incredibly happy with her achievement.
1.
Identify three adverbs of degree in the passage and explain their effect on the reader's understanding of the athlete's performance.
[4 marks]2.
Which adverb of degree is used to describe the crowd’s reaction? What tone does it create?
[2 marks]3.
Choose the correct option: Which of these adverbs most strongly indicates the athlete’s high level of effort?
a) Remarkably
b) Slightly
c) Somewhat
d) Normally
Aa) Remarkably
Bb) Slightly
Cc) Somewhat
Dd) Normally
4.
Describe how the adverbs in the passage enhance the narrative about the athlete's performance.
[6 marks]5.
Find an adverb of degree in the passage that indicates the athlete ran very fast. How does this word affect the reader’s perception of her speed?
[3 marks]6.
Identify any adverbs of degree that have been used to describe the coach’s feelings. How do these adverbs influence the tone?
[3 marks]7.
Rewrite the following sentence, replacing the adverb of degree with a more appropriate one to alter the tone: 'Her effort was almost unbelievably consistent.'
[4 marks]8.
Analyse how the use of adverbs of degree in the passage contributes to creating an inspiring narrative about the athlete’s achievements.
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- 1/1/2026
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