Identify the type of adverb in: 'They nearly missed the train.' MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Identify the type of adverb in: 'They nearly missed the train.'

A. Adverb of Manner

B. Adverb of Frequency

C. Adverb of Time

D. Adverb of Degree

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

'Nearly' indicates the extent to which the action (missing the train) was true, functioning as an Adverb of Degree.

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Question #1

In the sentence 'He comes to see us daily', 'daily' is an adverb of:

A. Time/Frequency

B. Reason

C. Place

D. Manner

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'Daily' indicates how often the action occurs, functioning as an Adverb of Frequency.

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Question #2

She is _______ a cheerful leader.

A. much

B. so

C. such

D. very

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Such' before noun phrase.

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Question #3

Select the option where 'still' is used as an adverb:

A. He still hasn't arrived.

B. The waters were still and calm.

C. Still life painting is fascinating.

D. The night was very still.

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
In option B, 'still' modifies the verb phrase 'hasn't arrived', indicating that the action continues up to the present, functioning as an adverb of time.

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