Topic: Parts of Speech, Word Classes, Adverbials & Modal Verbs
Section A – Identify the Parts of Speech
Instructions: Read each sentence carefully and underline the part of speech mentioned in brackets.
Then write its name on the line.
Example: The dog barked loudly. → (noun)
1. The cat slept on the sofa. → (noun)
2. She runs very fast every morning. → (verb)
3. The flowers smell sweet. → (adjective)
4. He sang beautifully. → (adjective)
5. The red car stopped suddenly. → (adjective)
6. They played football after school. → (verb)
7. The children sat under the tree. → (preposition)
8. I have three pencils. → (noun)
Section B – Match the Word Class
Instructions: Match each word to its correct word class by writing the letter in the blank.
Word Word Class
1. Quickly a) Noun
2. Beautiful b) Adverb
3. Teacher c) Verb
4. Run d) Adjective
5. Gently e) Pronoun
6. She f) Preposition
7. On g) Determiner
Section C – Understanding Adverbials
Instructions: Read the sentences below. Circle the adverbial (the word or phrase that gives extra
information
about how, when, or where something happens).
Then, write what type of adverbial it is: Time, Place, or Manner.
1. She sings in the choir every Sunday. → Type: __________
2. The children played outside after lunch. → Type: __________
3. He finished his homework quickly. → Type: __________
4. We will go on holiday next month. → Type: __________
5. The cat slept on the windowsill. → Type: __________
Section D – Modal Verbs in Action
Instructions: Circle the modal verb in each sentence, and explain what it shows (e.g., possibility,
ability,
permission, obligation).
1. You must wear your seatbelt. → Shows: __________
2. We can play outside after lunch. → Shows: __________
3. She might come to the party. → Shows: __________
4. They should finish their work first. → Shows: __________
5. I could help you with your project. → Shows: __________
Section E – Apply Your Knowledge
Instructions: Write your own sentences following the directions.
1. Write one sentence using a noun, verb, adjective, and adverb.
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2. Write one sentence that includes an adverbial of time.
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3. Write one sentence using a modal verb to show permission.
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Challenge Activity (Optional Extension)
Read the sentence below and label each word with its word class.
The little boy quickly closed the heavy door.