-Ed/-ing adjectives: Adjectives from verbs

This exercise will help you understand how to use -ed and -ing adjectives correctly. We use -ed adjectives like “bored” or “interested” to describe how someone feels, and -ing adjectives like “boring” or “interesting” to describe the thing that causes the feeling. Through different examples and questions, you'll practise choosing the right form so your English sounds natural and accurate in everyday situations.

1. I was really _____ during the lecture.

2. The movie was so _____ that I almost fell asleep.

3. She felt very _____ after the massage.

4. The book is really _____. I can’t stop reading it.

5. I'm so _____ about my birthday party!

6. The news was very _____ to everyone.

7. She looked _____ when I explained the task.

8. The instructions were very _____.

9. I was _____ by how fast he solved the puzzle.

10. This roller coaster is _____!

11. Are you _____ in joining the photography club?

12. We were _____ when the storm started.

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