Modifiers Page 228 A Modifier A modifier is

A Modifier…. • A modifier is a word or word group that makes the

Adjectives • Adjectives make the meaning of a noun or pronoun more specific -Perfect

Adverbs • Adverbs make the meaning of a verb, adjective, or another adverb more

But which is it? • Here is the trick– MOST adverbs end in –ly.

That is not ALWAYS true… • Some modifiers ending in –ly are used as

Adverb or Adjective • How many birds would you guess are sitting in the

Adverb or Adjective • The chipmunk quickly disappeared into a hole in the ground.

Adverb or Adjective • The kite soared majestically over the treetops. • Adverb or

Adverb or Adjective • Stephan always has more homework than his brother. • Adverb

Adverb or Adjective • On quiet, moonlit nights, Jason likes to go for long

Adverb or Adjective • Sarah’s paper airplane stayed in the air longer than anyone

Ok, so now I know how to find them, but how do I use

Use an adjective to modify the subject of a linking verb. • Linking Verbs:

Use an adverb to modify and action word. • Remember an adverb explains an

Your Turn • Complete Exercise 1 on page 231 on your notes. • Be

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Modifiers Page 228

A Modifier…. • A modifier is a word or word group that makes the meaning of another word or word group more specific. • There are 2 kinds: Adjectives and Adverbs

Adjectives • Adjectives make the meaning of a noun or pronoun more specific -Perfect score -Last one - clear water - falling snow

Adverbs • Adverbs make the meaning of a verb, adjective, or another adverb more specific -walks briskly -ran quickly - completely innocent Adverbs tell where, when, how, or to what extent ( how much, how often, how long)

But which is it? • Here is the trick– MOST adverbs end in –ly.

That is not ALWAYS true… • Some modifiers ending in –ly are used as adjectives. • Monthly budget • Early indication • Likely outcome

Adverb or Adjective • How many birds would you guess are sitting in the tallest tree? • Adverb or Adjective?

Adverb or Adjective • The chipmunk quickly disappeared into a hole in the ground. • Adverb or Adjective?

Adverb or Adjective • The kite soared majestically over the treetops. • Adverb or Adjective?

Adverb or Adjective • Stephan always has more homework than his brother. • Adverb or Adjective?

Adverb or Adjective • On quiet, moonlit nights, Jason likes to go for long walks. • Adverb or Adjective?

Adverb or Adjective • Sarah’s paper airplane stayed in the air longer than anyone else’s in her class. • Adverb or Adjective?

Ok, so now I know how to find them, but how do I use them? • Use an adjective to modify the subject of a linking verb. • Use an adverb to modify and action word.

Use an adjective to modify the subject of a linking verb. • Linking Verbs: am, is, are, was, were, being, been • A linking verb connect the subject to a predicate adjective • The company’s training program is rigorous.

Use an adverb to modify and action word. • Remember an adverb explains an action word by telling us where, when, how, or to what extent ( how much, how often, how long). • The world’s population is increasing rapidly.

Your Turn • Complete Exercise 1 on page 231 on your notes. • Be sure to label it correctly.