Find the sentence with a misplaced adverb: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the sentence with a misplaced adverb:
A. We only have one book.
B. We have one only book.
C. Only we have one book.
D. We have only one book.
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
While all options can be correct in specific contexts, 'We have one only book' is archaic/inverted. But among these, 'We have one only book' is the most unidiomatic and awkward placement. (Note: 'We have only one book' is standard).

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Practice More Adverbs Questions

Question #1
In 'He stood exactly in the middle', the adverb 'exactly' modifies:
A. stood
B. the noun 'middle'
C. He
D. the prepositional phrase 'in the middle'

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
'Exactly' is an adverb that modifies the prepositional phrase 'in the middle', providing precision.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs
Question #2
I have _______ finished my work.
A. justify
B. justly
C. justice
D. just

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
'Just' here means 'a very short time ago'.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs
Question #3
He is _______ charming that he won the Miss World title.
A. so
B. such
C. very
D. much

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
'So + adjective + that'.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs