Adjectives and Adverbs Diagnostic Test

Directions: Label each adjective and adverb.

Example: The three yellow-breasted birds flew away.

1. Jeff carefully read the instructions.

2. Alan spoke briefly but convincingly before the entire faculty.

3. The unusually smart horse could do many tricks.

4. Unsteadily the very nervous actor appeared on stage.

5. A Sunday brunch of waffles is always delicious.

6. During a two-week vacation, we visited the islands.

7. Amanda received three scarves for a present.

8. The Mexican dancers whirled swiftly around the large hats.

9. One rose remained in the rather large glass vase.

10. Havent these books been returned to the library?

Write the main verb. 1. Mother hurriedly had called the store. 2. They could not be clearly heard. 3. Did he get too tired? 4. I can not arrive home until Sunday. 5. I will not return it. 6. I am not planning to go. 7. Many people have been patiently waiting for some news of the ship. 8. What picture did you see at the movies yesterday? 9. My dog can now easily do that trick. 10. The accident must have been seen by several people.