Adverbs · B6 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B6.3.6.1.1 - Use adverbs to express degree and reason

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify adverbs of degree and reason in given sentences.
Explain the difference between adverbs of degree (which tell how much or to what extent) and adverbs of reason (which tell why an action happens).
Use common adverbs of degree (such as very, too, so, quite, almost, enough, extremely) correctly in sentences.
Use adverbs of reason (such as because, since, as, therefore, so) to connect ideas and explain why something happens.
Participate in a group discussion or game that requires the correct use of adverbs of degree and reason.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Grammar Usage at Word and Phrase Levels (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Adverbs (3.6)
Content standard: B6.3.6.1 - Apply the knowledge of different types of adverbs in communication
Indicator: B6.3.6.1.1 - Use adverbs to express degree and reason
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 12 (Week 24 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 189
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Revise adverbs of time and manner in context: Have learners listen to/ read several sentences containing adverbs of time and manner.
- Use drills and games to provide practice in using adverbs of time.
E.g. Game: Lucky Dip Drill: Substitution Table Drill
- Learners sit in groups to discuss issues involving use of adverbs of time.
- Repeat the procedure to introduce adverbs of degree and reason. e.g. Degree: The shirt is too small for me. You are making so much noise. Reason: I sing because I like singing.