Make It Better

Worksheet Description

This worksheet consists of a list of basic adjectives and verbs such as “old,” “used,” and “bad,” as well as “small,” “laugh,” and “fell,” among others. Students are instructed to write three more intense verbs or adjectives for each word provided. Blank lines are supplied for students to record their answers. An illustration depicting two individuals laughing is included, presumably to enhance the visual appeal and possibly to provide a contextual clue for the verb “laugh.”

The worksheet is designed to broaden students’ vocabulary by teaching them to identify and use words of varying intensity. It encourages them to think beyond basic descriptors and to consider more expressive language options. This activity also helps students understand the concept of gradation in language, showing them how to scale the intensity of their word choices according to the situation. By completing this worksheet, students will be able to enrich their written and spoken English with more nuanced and precise vocabulary.