Select the sentence with an incorrect use of an adverb: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Select the sentence with an incorrect use of an adverb:

A. This book is very interesting.

B. They arrived early.

C. I definitely agree with you.

D. He slept lately yesterday.

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

'Lately' means 'recently', not 'at a late time'. The correct adverb should be 'late'.

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Question #1

Select the sentence with an adverb of time:

A. He went out.

B. They acted courageously.

C. We recently visited Goa.

D. Please come in.

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Recently' tells us when the action of visiting took place, making it an Adverb of Time.

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Question #2

I am _______ impressed by your performance.

A. deep

B. deeply

C. more deep

D. depth

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'Impressed' is an adjective, so it needs an adverb. 'Deeply' is the adverb.

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Question #3

She is _______ the most talented artist.

A. so

B. by far

C. too

D. very

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'By far' is used to emphasize superlatives ('the most talented').

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