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Adverbs of Frequency

The document discusses adverbs of frequency and their usage. It provides examples of common adverbs of frequency like always, usually, often, sometimes, seldom, never, etc. and how they are used in sentences with verbs. It also notes that phrases involving time periods like every weekend, once a month, etc. can also serve as adverbs of frequency. The document then provides exercises for learners to practice using these adverbs correctly in sentences and about themselves.

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Adverbs of Frequency

The document discusses adverbs of frequency and their usage. It provides examples of common adverbs of frequency like always, usually, often, sometimes, seldom, never, etc. and how they are used in sentences with verbs. It also notes that phrases involving time periods like every weekend, once a month, etc. can also serve as adverbs of frequency. The document then provides exercises for learners to practice using these adverbs correctly in sentences and about themselves.

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ALWAYS

USUALLY

Never, sometimes, often, frequently,

seldom, always and usually are


adverbs of frequency.

REGULARLY
OFTEN
SOMETIMES

RULE: SUBJECT + ADVERB + VERB


E.g.: Mary usually gets up at 7 oclock.

OCCASIONALLY
SELDOM
RARELY

EXCEPTION: SUBJECT + VERB TO BE


+ADVERB
E.g.: I am never tired.

NEVER

Every weekend, once a month, twice a week, three times a year are also adverbs of

frequency. They can be used at the beginning or at the end of the sentence.

E.g.: Every weekend we play tennis.

A) Put the adverbs in the right place.


1. She goes jogging(seldom)
__________________________________________
2. Mr. Smith cooks for the family. (often)
________________________________
3. Does Tim study for the tests? (always)
________________________________
4. They arent at home at weekends.(often)
_____________________________
5. Their children dont eat fast food.(usually)
_____________________________
6. We go to school on foot.( never)
_____________________________________
7. Is Tina late for work?(sometimes)
____________________________________
8. The students change rooms. (rarely)
__________________________________

B) Choose the best option.


1. Jim is an excellent student. He ____________ learns fast and
well. ( never, sometimes, always)
2. I hate vegetables. I ____________ eat vegetable soup. ( often,
never, usually)
3. The weather is rainy in Scotland. They ____________ see the
sun. ( always, often, seldom)
4. Im on a diet but I ____________ eat a bit of chocolate.
(sometimes, never, usually)
5. The Browns love dancing. They ____________ go dancing on
Friday night. ( usually, rarely, seldom)
6. We dont like cooking. We ____________ eat out on Sundays.
( seldom, always, rarely)
C) Answer these questions about yourself. Follow the
example.
Example: How often do you do your homework before the next
lesson?
I always do it
1. How often do you practice a sport? Name the sport.
_____________________________________________________
2. How often do you eat fruit and vegetables?
_____________________________________________________
3. How often do you meet your friends outside school?
_____________________________________________________
4. How often do you read a book for pleasure?
_____________________________________________________
5. How often do you watch TV in the morning?
_____________________________________________________
6. How often are you in a good mood?
_____________________________________________________

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