Directions: Write each adjective and adverb. Tell what each modifies.
Example: The big dog jumped quickly.
Answer: the, big are adj modifying dog; quickly is an adv. Modifying jumped.
1. Of course, this means the large debt you owe will only increase exponentially.
2. The doctor was unusually happy at the end of the long week.
3. Calamine lotion is good for skin irritations.
4. The Pennsylvania state flag is mostly blue.
5. Without a purpose, the lost campers wandered aimlessly through the forest.
6. The Canadian geese are noisy when they fly closely over my neighbor’s house.
7. The boy ate fifteen of the tasty cupcakes; consequently, he was violently ill all night.
8. Fred easily carried six concrete blocks at once.
9. Perhaps your favorite team will finally win the championship this year.
10. Electricity is expensive in rural America.
11. Textured walls are beautiful, yet they are quite painful if you rub against them.
12. Good books are a joy when you have plenty of time to read them.
13. Unfortunately, my father’s favorite television show has been postponed indefinitely.
14. The orange upholstery on the old couch had an interesting effect on all visitors.
15. The wrinkly baby undoubtedly winked at the ridiculously proud parents.
16. The unbeatable sale prices at the movies drew an enormous crowd yesterday.
17. The fresh water supply has been unexpectedly detained; therefore, the flood victims must wait.
18. Only three more open shopping days till Christmas.
19. Mississippi mud pie is my favorite dessert ever.
20. Whatever happened to the powerful movies of yesterday?