The phrase 'by and by' means: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The phrase 'by and by' means:

A. immediately

B. gradually/soon

C. nearby

D. side by side

Answer: Option B

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'By and by' is an adverbial phrase meaning 'before long' or 'after a while'.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs

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In 'He has gone abroad', 'abroad' is an adverb of:

A. Time

B. Frequency

C. Manner

D. Place

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Abroad' indicates the location/direction ('in or to a foreign country'), functioning as an Adverb of Place.

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He is _______ the best chef in the city.

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 best chef').

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Question #3

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She is _______ a humble person.

A. such

B. very

C. much

D. so

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'Such' before noun phrase.

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