ADVERBS & VERBS
What’s an adverb?
An adverb describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb. (Example: quickly in “She quickly ran”)
What’s a preposition?
A preposition shows the relationship between a noun and another word. (Examples: in, on, under, beside)
What is the plot?
The plot is the series of events or the main story.
What does “galleon” mean?
A galleon is a large ship used long ago for transport and trade.
Who is an archaeologist?
An archaeologist studies ancient remains or artifacts.
Underline the verb: She quickly ran.
The verb is ran.
Circle the preposition: The cat is under the bed.
The preposition is under.
What is the problem in a story?
The problem is the conflict or challenge the characters face.
What is a merchant?
A merchant is a person who buys and sells goods.
What is “average”?
Average means the middle or normal amount.
Adverb or verb? He speaks clearly.
Clearly is the adverb; speaks is the verb.
Find the prepositional phrase: He hid behind the door.
The prepositional phrase is behind the door.
What is the climax?
The climax is the most exciting or important moment in the story.
What does “distance” mean?
Distance is how far something is.
What does “solve” mean?
To solve means to find the answer or solution to a problem.
Choose the adverb: We will leave soon.
The adverb is soon.
Choose the correct preposition: The ball is ___ the box.
The correct preposition is in.
What comes at the end of a plot?
The resolution, where the problem is solved.
What does “currency” mean?
Currency is money used in a country.
What is “technology”?
Technology is tools, machines, or knowledge used to make tasks easier.
What adverb describes “sang”? She sang loudly at the concert.
The adverb describing “sang” is loudly.
What is the preposition and phrase in: The dog ran across the yard.
Preposition: across; Phrase: across the yard.
What are the three main parts of a story plot?
Beginning, middle (climax), and end (resolution).
What does “resistance” mean?
Resistance is the ability to not be affected by something, like a force or illness.
What does “capacity” mean?
Capacity is the maximum amount something can hold or do.