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Free 2nd Grade How Did They Do It? Adverbs with -ly Worksheet

A first look at adverbs: words that tell us how something is done. Children find -ly adverbs in sentences, make adverbs by adding -ly to adjectives, choose the adverb that fits and write two sentences about animals moving, each with a different adverb.

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Grade
2nd Grade
Subject
English
Topic
Adjectives & Adverbs
Difficulty
Level 2 · Standard
Estimated time
15 minutes
Curriculum
Texas grade levels (TEKS)
Questions
22
Answers
Included, with working
Format
PDF (A4), print or complete online

Students will practice

  • knowing that an adverb can tell how
  • finding -ly adverbs in sentences
  • adding -ly to make an adverb
  • choosing an adverb that fits

Curriculum: Texas grade levels (TEKS). We show specific outcome codes only where they have been verified against the official curriculum document.

What's next?

Completed: How Did They Do It? Adverbs with -ly

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How to use this worksheet

  1. Print the PDF or complete it on screen. Write the student's name and date at the top.
  2. Read the instructions for each part together before starting. Encourage working to be shown.
  3. Mark with the answer sheet. Use the model answers and success criteria as a guide rather than a single right answer.
  4. Record the score, celebrate what went well, then follow the "What's next" suggestion.

Common questions

Who is this worksheet for?

2nd Grade students (typically ages 7–8) working on adjectives & adverbs. It is pitched at level 2 · standard; an easier version and a harder version are linked above.

Are the answers included?

Yes. The PDF includes a full answer sheet with model answers and success criteria where there is more than one good answer. You can also view the answers online.

How long does it take?

About 15 minutes for 22 questions. Short, regular sessions work best: two or three a week beats one long one.

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Try 2nd Grade Comparing Adjectives: -er, -est, More and Most Worksheet — Level 1.

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Success TutoringWorksheets2nd Grade · English · Adjectives & Adverbs

How Did They Do It? Adverbs with -ly

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Date

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Ask: how did they do it? The answer is often an adverb.

Part A: Find the how word

An adverb can tell us how something is done. Many adverbs end in -ly. Write the adverb on the line.

1.The snail moved slowly. (answer space)
2.The dog barked loudly. (answer space)
3.She whispered softly. (answer space)
4.He ran quickly to the gate. (answer space)
5.They shared their toys kindly. (answer space)
6.Write your name neatly. (answer space)

Part B: Add -ly

Add -ly to each describing word to make an adverb.

7.slow → (answer space)
8.quiet → (answer space)
9.loud → (answer space)
10.kind → (answer space)
11.brave → (answer space)
12.safe → (answer space)
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