Worksheet on -ly Adverbs
English
Grade 6
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~16 mins
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A worksheet focused on identifying and correcting errors with -ly adverbs for Grade 6 students.
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Worksheet on -ly Adverbs
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Grade Grade 6
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Understanding -ly Adverbs
Sara quickly finished her homework before dinner. She carefully placed her books on the desk and then hurried to the kitchen. Her brother loudly called her for a snack, but she politely responded that she would come soon. Later, she happily played outside with her friends, enjoying the sunny weather. Sometimes, she would silently read her favorite book in her room. Her day was both busy and exciting, filled with laughter and small adventures.
1.
Identify all the words in the passage that are -ly adverbs.
[3 marks]2.
Choose the sentence where the adverb is used incorrectly or awkwardly:
a) She carefully handed him the paper.
b) The dog loudly barked at the stranger.
c) He quickly ran to catch the bus.
d) She silently listened to the music.
Aa) She carefully handed him the paper.
Bb) The dog loudly barked at the stranger.
Cc) He quickly ran to catch the bus.
Dd) She silently listened to the music.
3.
Correct the sentence with the misplaced or incorrect adverb:
"Sara finished her homework quicky before dinner."
[2 marks]4.
Write a sentence using the adverb 'happily' correctly.
[2 marks]5.
Identify the adverb in this sentence: 'He politely declined the invitation.'
[1 mark]6.
Explain why it is important to place -ly adverbs close to the verb they modify.
7.
Rewrite the following sentence, correcting the placement of the adverb: 'She ran quickly to the store so she could buy bread.'
[2 marks]8.
Create a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) describing your favorite activity, using at least three different -ly adverbs correctly.
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- 1/1/2026
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- 1/1/2026
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