Adverbs of Frequency Game

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This is a simple game to help ESL students practice using Adverbs of Frequency. The aim is not to teach the concept; rather, it is to provide a way for students to review and reinforce what has been be taught in the classroom.

The game has 2 parts. In the first part, you are shown an image and have to click on the verb phrase that correctly describes what you see. You are then presented with a sequence of images and you have to click on the adverb of frequency that correctly matches what you see. In the second part, you are shown an adverb image and you have to make a sentence to describe what you see.

The game is grouped into 4 rounds. The adverbs and verbs used in each round are as follows:

Round 1

• run in the park - every day
• read a book - often
• play basketball - sometimes
• eat a burger - never
• drink coffee - every day
• visit grandma - often
• listen to music - sometimes
• play tennis - never

Round 2

• wear glasses - always
• ride a bike - usually
• smile - sometimes
• sleep in class - never
• have your phone - always
• wear a hat - usually
• use a telescope - sometimes
• wear jewelry - never

Round 3

• brush your teeth - every day
• be happy - always
• cook food - usually
• do karate - often
• play a board game - sometimes
• drink cola - never
• play video games - often
• do laundry - usually

Round 4

• paint a picture - every day
• be angry - always
• work - usually
• fly a kite - often
• go rollerskating - sometimes
• watch TV - never
• carry a backpack - always
• have breakfast - every day

This game is made in Javascript using the Pixi.js library. If you have any comments, questions or feedback, then please use the form below to post a message.