What is the adverbial form of the adjective 'simple'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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What is the adverbial form of the adjective 'simple'?

A. simplely

B. simply

C. simpliest

D. simplier

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Adjectives ending in 'le' preceded by a consonant usually change 'le' to 'ly': simple -> simply.

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Question #1

Which of the following is NOT an adverb?

A. nearly

B. clearly

C. yearly

D. cowardly

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Cowardly' is primarily an adjective. Though some adjectives ending in -ly can be adverbs, 'cowardly' is standardly an adjective.

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Question #2

Which sentence uses 'clearly' as a sentence adverb?

A. Speak clearly into the microphone.

B. The stars are clearly visible tonight.

C. He explained the concept clearly.

D. Clearly, the witness is lying.

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
In option B, 'Clearly' does not just modify a single verb but expresses the speaker's attitude towards the whole proposition, functioning as a sentence adverb.

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Question #3

He is _______ good that he builds amazing structures.

A. very

B. so

C. such

D. much

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'So + adjective + that'.

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