In the phrase 'the day before', the word 'before' is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In the phrase 'the day before', the word 'before' is:

A. an adjective

B. a preposition

C. a conjunction

D. an adverb

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Here, 'before' modifies the noun phrase 'the day' by indicating time, functioning as an adverb.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs

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Question #1

He is _______ strong enough to lift that weight.

A. very

B. so

C. too

D. much

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Much' is used to modify comparative and superlative adjectives ('strong enough'). 'Very' modifies adjectives but not comparatives.

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Question #2

Identify the error: 'She is too tired that she cannot walk.'

A. tired

B. cannot walk

C. that

D. too

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The correct structure is 'too...to' or 'so...that'. It should be 'so tired that...' or 'too tired to walk'.

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Question #3

She solved the puzzle _______.

A. easy

B. easier

C. easiest

D. easily

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Solved' is a verb, so it needs an adverb. 'Easily' is the adverb.

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