This is the Grade 4 English Quarter 3 Module 1 self-learning module, “The How, Where, and When of Things.” It teaches learners to use adverbs of manner, place, and time in sentences. It was developed by DepEd Region V as an Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) module (First Edition, 2020) for learning at home with the help of a parent, guardian, or teacher.
By the end of the module, learners should be able to tell how, where, and when actions happen by choosing and writing the right adverb.
On this page 7 sections
What learners will learn
- Use adverbs of manner, place, and time in sentences.
- Recall that an adverb can describe a verb, an adjective, or another adverb.
- Unlock the meaning of unfamiliar words using context clues, especially restatements.
What is an adverb?
The module starts by reviewing what an adverb does, with three examples:
- The child talks proudly about how he saved his kitten. (Proudly describes the verb talks.)
- Our new park is strangely quiet. (Strangely modifies the adjective quiet.)
- My teacher is almost always busy. (Almost modifies the adverb always.)
The lesson then uses lines from the poem “A Dream of School Supplies” by Kenn Nesbitt to show the three kinds of adverbs.
The three kinds of adverbs
| Kind of adverb | Question it answers | Examples from the module |
|---|---|---|
| Manner | How? | madly, loudly, slowly, kindly, clearly |
| Place | Where? | on the walls, at the bus stop, anywhere, above |
| Time | When? | last night, today, last Monday, in the morning |
Adverbs of manner
Adverbs of manner tell how things are done. Most of them come from adjectives, usually by adding -ly: happy to happily, easy to easily, slow to slowly, silent to silently. Example: Grandmother walks slowly down the stairs.
Adverbs of place
Adverbs of place tell where something happens. Some of them also work as prepositions. The most common are at, in, and on:
- At is for a point: Jane is waiting at the bus stop for you.
- In is for an enclosed area: I am staying in tonight.
- On is for a surface: You are standing on my foot.
Adverbs of time
Adverbs of time tell when an action happens. Examples: We plan to leave in the morning. The team practiced last Monday. Mother will teach me how to bake today.
A simple tip from the module: always think of the question the word answers. If it answers how, it is an adverb of manner. If it answers where, it is an adverb of place. If it answers when, it is an adverb of time.
Parts and activities of the module
- What I Know (pretest): fill in adverbs of place, time, and manner (10 items).
- What’s New: a context-clue exercise called “One Time!” with ten words from the poem, then the poem itself and five comprehension questions.
- What Is It: the discussion of adverbs, ending with a Quick Check. Learners write AP (place), AT (time), or AM (manner) for phrases such as “last week,” “noisily,” and “behind the door.”
- What’s More: three exercises, one each on adverbs of manner, place, and time.
- What I Have Learned: a short fill-in summary of the lesson.
- What I Can Do: “The Animal Kingdom.” Learners draw three animals and write sentences with adverbs of place telling where they live, for example “Most fish live in freshwater lakes, streams, and rivers.”
- Assessment: seven items on adverbs of place and time and three on adverbs of manner.
- Additional Activities: learners make a Popcorn Graphic Organizer for each of the three types of adverbs.
How to use this module
- Learners: Start with the pretest, then work through each part in order. Write all answers on a separate sheet of paper and do not mark the module. Check your work with the answer key only after you finish each activity, and be honest with yourself. The module says you should finish and pass all its activities before moving on to the next module.
- Parents and guardians: Read the directions with your child and help them think of the question each adverb answers (how, where, or when). You can also use the poem to talk about taking care of school supplies.
- Teachers: The answer key covers every activity. Rubrics are included for the drawing task and the graphic organizers, at 5, 10, or 15 points depending on how many animals or organizers the learner completes.
Frequently asked questions
What grade and quarter is this English module for?
It is for Grade 4 English, Quarter 3, Module 1. Its title is “The How, Where, and When of Things” (Use Adverbs of Manner, Place, and Time in Sentences).
What is the difference between adverbs of manner, place, and time?
Adverbs of manner answer how, like slowly or kindly. Adverbs of place answer where, like at the park. Adverbs of time answer when, like today or last Monday.
Does the module have an answer key?
Yes. The answer key covers the pretest, the context-clue and comprehension exercises, the Quick Check, the What’s More exercises, and the assessment. It also has rubrics for the drawing task and the graphic organizers.
What poem is used in the module?
The module uses “A Dream of School Supplies” by Kenn Nesbitt, a funny poem about school supplies that talk and act like people. Its lines are used as examples of adverbs.
When do we use at, in, and on as adverbs of place?
The module says to use at for a point, like at the bus stop. Use in for an enclosed area and on for a surface, like on my foot.
Full text of the module
The text below is a transcription of the PDF above, as printed.
English Quarter 3 – Module 1 The How, Where, and When of Things
(Use Adverbs of Manner, Place, and Time in Sentences)
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English– Grade 4 Alternative Delivery Mode Quarter 3 – Module 1: The How, Where, and When of Things (Use Adverbs of Manner, Place, and Time in Sentences) First Edition, 2020
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English
Quarter 3 – Module 1
The How, Where, and When of Things
(Use Adverbs of Manner, Place, and Time in Sentences)
Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.
Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.
Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that you will be honest in using these.
In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are also provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can best help you on your home-based learning.
Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and tests. And read the instructions carefully before performing each task.
If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.
Thank you.
What I Need to Know
[illustration: two learners with backpacks, Ella and Eloy]
Hello, learner! Do you still remember us? We are your friends, Ella and Eloy. Welcome to the exciting world of English for the Third Quarter, Module 1. We are going to work on different activities together so that at the end of the module, you will be able to use adverbs of manner, place, and time in sentences.
Hi, there. I am your Kuya Pat. I will be joining you, together with Ella and Eloy, in this adventure. First, let us find out how well you know the topic. Are you ready?
What I Know
A. Where Was It?
Read the following sentences carefully. Use the correct adverb of place from the choices inside the box. Write the answers on your answer sheet.
- Mom is busy cooking _________________.
- Healthy foods can be bought________________.
- We run, play and laugh _________________.
- We take good care of the plants ____________.
in the kitchen / at the playground / in the library / at the canteen / in our garden
B. When Was It?
Read the following sentences carefully. Use the correct adverbs of time. Write the answers on your answer sheet.
- I need to sleep early (tonight, today).
- We have an upcoming test (yesterday, tomorrow).
- The class will have a field trip (last year, next month).
C. How Was It?
Read the following sentences carefully. Complete each with the correct adverb of manner. Write the answers on your answer sheet.
- I studied so I _________ answered the questions on my homework.
- We should write our notes __________.
- Our outputs should be submitted ______________.
neatly / easily / lazily / promptly
[illustration: two learners with backpacks, Ella and Eloy]
Wait a minute! Let us pause for some time and analyze your answers. Were your answers like these? A. Where Was It (1) in the kitchen, (2) at the canteen, (3) at the playground, (4) in our garden? B. When Was It? (1) tonight, (2) tomorrow, (3) next month? C. How Was It? (1) easily, (2) neatly, (3) promptly?
Good job! If you were able to get 8-10, then it means you are already on the right path towards discovering more about the topic. If not, it is okay. We are here to learn, right?
Lesson 1 Use Adverbs of Manner, Place and Time in Sentences
Lots of exciting things can happen in different places at different times. Being able to tell how, when, and where events happen helps in adding details and developing clarity in expressing ideas, oral or written. To do this, a pupil like you should learn about adverbs.
This module provides you with a discussion on adverbs as well as fun activities and exercises for you to be able to use adverbs of manner, time, and place in sentences effectively.
You are about to read a short poem in a little while. Before that, let us first define the difficult words that you will encounter.
What’s New
Look for a clue word in the sentence that will help you unlock the meaning of the underlined word.
Acting wildly or madly in the school premises can disturb other classes.
That was quick! What helped you find the meaning of the unfamiliar word? How will you describe the relationship between these words? Was it easy or difficult? Here is a little help from Kuya Pat.
One Time!
Read and analyze each sentence carefully. Use context clues to unlock the meaning of underlined words. Write the answers on your answer sheet.
- I cannot merely or simply sleep without doing my homework.
- We are told to pace, that is walking, real silently along hallways and corridors.
- I organize my papers using binders or folders, so they won’t be lost.
- My best friend and I are inseparable; we are impossible to separate.
- Our workbooks, that is, textbooks, provide us with valuable lessons.
- We help our teacher put up stencils or decorations in our classroom.
- Thanks to calculators – small computers that do math computations – for helping us with difficult problems.
- My seatmate provided or gave me papers when I forget mine.
- I think that room is strange or unusual to look at.
- The class president is our ruler; he is the leader.
Look at the Answer Key on page 18. If your score is— 8-10: Great work! You easily found the clue words on the context using restatements. 7 and below: Oops! You need more practice. Read.
The pair of words from the sentence: madly and wildly show a word presented again using simpler language. The word which gave you clue to unlock the meaning of the difficult word is called Context Clue. In addition, madly and wildly are also called ADVERBS. You will learn more about it as you go along this module. Keep moving learner.
Well done learner! You already know the meaning of the difficult words found in the poem. You are ready to move to the next part now. You can choose if you still want to continue or take a short break. Have fun reading and learning!
Think About This! What will you do if your school supplies suddenly talk and act like real people? Let us take the time to read the short poem about a very strange or unusual dream. Try to remember important details from the text.
A Dream of School Supplies
I had a dream of school supplies, where paperclips could talk; where poster paper hung around with marking pens and chalk.
The stationery idled while the pencils madly raced. The clocks went ’round in circles, and the glue sticks merely paced.
The binders were inseparable. They bonded with the tape. The workbooks exercised and helped the stencils stay in shape.
Some calculators added to the numbers in this land, and music was provided by a singing rubber band.
My dream was strange and truly cool, but this was even cooler: The dictionaries all looked up to me. I was the ruler.
Source: Kenn Nesbitt, “A Dream of School Supplies,” November 5, 2019, www.poetry4kids.com/poems/a-dream-of-school-supplies/
That was funny, right? You might want to read the poem again before you answer the questions below. Write the answers on your answer sheet.
Comprehension Questions:
- What can the paperclips do?
- Which two things were inseparable?
- What did the person talking in the poem become?
- Can this happen in real life? Why or why not?
- How should you take care of your school supplies?
Review your answers before checking them using the Answer Key on page18.
If you got 4-5: Great! It means you understood the poem well so you can now go to the next part of this module.
If you got 3 and below: Oops! You need to read the poem to understand it better. You can do it.
What is It
In this module, we will be focusing on ADVERBS. Let us first try to remember what adverbs are.
The child talks proudly about how he saved his kitten. (The adverb proudly describes the verb talks.)
Our new park is strangely quiet. (The adverb strangely modifies the adjective quiet.)
My teacher is almost always busy. (The adverb almost modifies the adverb always.)
From the examples given above, we can say that an adverb may describe or modify a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. Now, there is more information for you to know. Focus and understand them carefully, okay? Here are the sentences from the poem.
A.
- The pencils raced madly.
- Rubber bands sang loudly.
What do the underlined words express?
| M | N | N | R | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
What questions do they answer?
| H | W | |
|---|---|---|
Try to answer before moving on.
You are right! They tell about manner and answer the question how.
Here are more examples:
Grandmother walks slowly down the stairs. Mom asked kindly if we still want more food. Father told us clearly how to get there. Her hair swayed wildly during the trip.
REMEMBER: Adverbs of manner tell how things are done. They answer the question “how.” Most adverbs of manner are formed from adjectives. Examples: happy-happily easy-easily slow- slowly silent-silently Source: Remember, K to 12 English 4, Learners’ Material, 299.
B.
- The poster paper hung on the walls.
- The clock’s hand went around the circle.
What do the underlined words express?
| P | A | C | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
What question do these words answer?
| W | H | E | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Try to answer before moving on.
Right! They tell about the place and answer the question where. Some adverbs of place also function as prepositions. The most common are AT, IN and ON. Let us differentiate the uses of these three.
In general, we use at for a point
Examples: Jane is waiting at the bus stop for you. We stopped at the end of the street. When will you arrive at the office?
In for an enclosed area
Examples: Sarah opened the front door and went in. I am staying in tonight.
On for a surface
Examples: You are standing on my foot. The van just drove on.
Here are more examples: I cannot find it anywhere. He put the book on the shelf above. Do you think we can swim across?
Source: Judith Pett, “Adverbs of Place: Full List with Examples and Exercises”, www.onlineteachersuk.com/adverbs-of-place/
REMEMBER: The underlined words and the phrases express Adverb of Place. A word that answers “where” is an adverb of place.
C.
- I had an unusual dream last night.
- My school supplies look normal today.
What do the underlined words express?
| T | M | E | |
|---|---|---|---|
What question do these words answer?
| W | H | N | |
|---|---|---|---|
Try to answer before moving on.
Right! They tell about time and answer the question when.
Let us read more examples of it.
We plan to leave in the morning. The team practiced last Monday. Mother will teach me how to bake today.
REMEMBER: The underlined words and phrases above express Adverb of Time. Adverbs of time tell “when” or how an action is done. Let us differentiate the three kinds of adverbs using the table below.
| ADVERBS | What question does it answer? |
|---|---|
| Manner | How? |
| Place | Where? |
| Time | When? |
Let us try if you were able to get it right. Here is a Quick Check! On your answer sheet, write AP if the phrase is an adverb of place, AT for adverb of time, and AM for Adverb of Manner.
- _____ last week
- _____ at home
- _____ noisily
- _____ in October
- _____ gently
- _____ at the park
- _____ behind the door
What’s More
Check your work. Look for the answers on page 18. Wow! You must have gotten everything correctly! Always think of the question that can be answered by the adverbs so that you can identify and use them correctly. Adverb of manner answers how; adverb of time answers when; and adverb of place answers where. Here are more! You can choose to continue or take a short break.
A. Using Adverbs of Manner
Analyze the following sentences carefully. Write the letter of the correct adverb of manner on your answer sheet.
When the leader talks too _____________, it is difficult to understand what he’s trying to say.
- A. quick
- B. quickly
- C. slowly
The singers ________ followed the directions of their conductor.
- A. easily
- B. goodly
- C. well
The audience cheered __________ at the great show.
- A. gently
- B. loudly
- C. successfully
Children _________ joined the parlor games.
- A. angrily
- B. excitedly
- C. sadly
Participants waited for their turn __________.
- A. correctly
- B. loudly
- C. patiently
Source: Do and Learn A and B, Adverbs of Manner, K to 12 English 4, Learners’ Material, 300.
B. Using Adverbs of Place
Complete each sentence by writing the appropriate adverb of place on your answer sheet. Choose your answer from the words in the box.
in the library, at the park, everywhere, outdoors, on the seashore
- We enjoy having picnic ____________________.
- Children love to read books __________________.
- It is nice to exercise _____________________.
- We can see God’s creations _______________.
- They enjoyed making sand castles ____________.
Source: Do and Learn A and B, Adverbs of Place, K to 12 English 4, Learners’ Material, 272.
C. Using Adverbs of Time
Choose the letter of the correct adverb of time to complete the sentences.
Mother went to market __________________.
- A. today
- B. tomorrow
- C. yesterday
Sister will help me do my homework __________.
- A. later
- B. last Tuesday
- C. a few hours ago
She will wash our dirty clothes_____________.
- A. last night
- B. on Wednesday
- C. never
I promise to clean my room _____________
- A. last year
- B. tomorrow
- C. yesterday
I am busy working on my projects ______________.
- A. tomorrow
- B. last week
- C. now
What I Have Learned
Complete the following sentences.
These words describe or modify a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. They are called (1) _____.
The adverbs that answer the question where is an adverb of (2) _____, adverbs of (3) _____ tell when or how frequent an action is done, and adverbs of (4) _____ answers the question how.
| place | adverbs | time | manner |
|---|
Check your answers using the Answer Key on page 18.
Review all your answers before checking.
Use the Answer Key on page 18 to check your work. Were you able to get:
12-15: Excellent! We were able to follow through the lessons presented. You have shown outstanding performance!
11 and below: Oops, you need to keep your mind back in the activities. Focus, take a deep breath, and go on.
What I Can Do
THE ANIMAL KINGDOM
Draw three animals that you think are interesting. Write clear and coherent sentences using adverbs of place to tell where they live. Write the answers on your answer sheet.
Examples:
Most fish live in freshwater lakes, streams, and rivers.
[illustration: two fish]
The jellyfish can be found at the bottom of the ocean and near the surface.
[illustration: jellyfish]
[illustration: turtle]
Some turtles lay their eggs in moist soils in the forest.
Look at the Answer Key on page 18 to know how you will check your work.
Assessment
A. Adverbs of Place and Time
Complete each sentence by using the appropriate adverb of place or time. Choose your answer from the phrases in the box then write it on your answer sheet.
| last Sunday | last month | in school | next summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| early in the morning | at home | at the front yard |
[transcriber’s note: in the printed box, “early in the morning” spans the first two columns of the second row; the second cell is left empty here]
- Mother prepared breakfast _____.
- Father keeps himself busy by fixing the fence _____.
- We missed Grandmother so we visited her _____ after church.
- Parents train us in doing household chores _____.
- My brother bought a new bike _____.
- Our teachers teach us to read _____.
- For the _____, we plan to visit Boracay.
Wow! You are finally here.
This is your final exam in this adventure. It means you did your best to reach this part. Remember everything you learned. You can even review before moving on.
B. Adverb of Manner
Write or compose clear and coherent sentences using adverbs of manner from the given choices.
- It is important to have notes organized _____.
- Pupils should _____ join school activities.
- Everybody should practice answering exams _____.
| honestly | properly | Actively |
|---|
Use the Answer Key on page 18 in checking your work. If your score is—
8-10: It means you did great! You know how to effectively use adverbs of manner, time, or place in sentences.
7 and below: Wait! You need to work on all the activities again. It seems you were not able to get it yet. Go on and try again. We are still here to help you out.
Additional Activities
Popcorn Graphic Organizers
Think of as many adverbs as you can and create your own Popcorn Graphic Organizer for the three types of adverbs to show them.
Here is an example of a Popcorn Graphic Organizer for Adverbs of Time.
Note: You cannot go to the next adventure unless you finish and pass all activities included in this module.
[chart: popcorn graphic organizer; example of a Popcorn Graphic Organizer for Adverbs of Time]
- last night
- next year
- later
- tomorrow
- weekly
- today
- yesterday
- morning
- in June
- tonight
- ADVERBS OF TIME
Congratulations on a job well done! You were able to master the skills in this module and it means you can still do more. It is so much fun, right? Keep going and see you in the next adventure!
Answer Key
[transcriber’s note: this page is printed upside down; its content is transcribed below in reading order]
What I Know
A. Where Was It?
- in the kitchen
- at the canteen
- at the playground
- in our garden
B. When Was It?
- tonight
- tomorrow
- next month
C. How Was It?
- easily
- neatly
- promptly
What’s New
Comprehension Questions:
- The paperclips could talk.
- The binders and tape were inseparable.
- He became a ruler.
- No, things can’t talk.
- Keep them when not in use. Handle them with care.
(Answers may vary.)
One Time
- simply
- walking
- folders
- impossible to separate
- textbooks
- decorations
- small computers that do math computations
- gave
- unusual
- leader
Quick Check
- AT
- AP
- AM
- AT
- AM
- AP
- AP
What’s More
A. Using Adverbs of Manner
- B
- A
- B
- B
- C
B. Using Adverbs of Place
- at the park
- in the library
- outdoors
- everywhere
- on the seashore
C. Using Adverbs of Time
- C
- A
- B
- B
- C
What I Have Learned
adverbs place time manner
What I Can Do
Rubric for Checking
- 15 points: provided drawings of three animals with complete sentences telling where they live
- 10 points: provided drawings of two animals with complete sentences telling where they live
- 5 points: provided one drawing of animals with complete sentences telling where they live
Assessment
A.
- early in the morning
- at the front yard
- last Sunday
- at home
- last month
- in school
- next summer
B.
- properly
- actively
- honestly
Additional Activities
Rubric for Checking
- 15 points: made three organizers with their examples
- 10 points: made two organizers and their examples
- 5 points: made one organizer and its examples
References
PRINTED MATERIALS
Department of Education. English Grade 4 Learner’s Material. Philippines, 2015.
ONLINE SOURCES
Nesbitt, Kenn. “A Dream of School Supplies”. Last Modified November 2019. www.poetry4kids.com/poems/a-dream-of-school-supplies/
Pett, Judith. “Adverbs of Place: Full List with Examples and Exercises”. Accessed February 2021. www.onlineteachersuk.com/adverbs-of-place/
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