Which adverb means 'in a way that shows kindness or goodwill'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which adverb means 'in a way that shows kindness or goodwill'?

A. Maliciously

B. Hostilely

C. Indifferently

D. Benevolently

Answer: Option D

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'Benevolently' is an adverb of manner derived from 'benevolent', meaning 'well-meaning and kindly'.

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Question #1

Which negative adverb requires an inversion in 'Never have I seen such courage'?

A. seen

B. Never

C. such

D. courage

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
When a negative or restrictive adverb like 'Never' is placed at the beginning of a sentence for emphasis, it causes subject-auxiliary verb inversion.

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Question #2

What is the function of the adverb 'so' in 'He is not so tall as his brother'?

A. Adverb of Degree

B. Adverb of Reason

C. Adverb of Time

D. Adverb of Manner

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'So' modifies the adjective 'tall' and indicates a degree of comparison.

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Question #3

In 'She did it all by herself', the word 'all' is:

A. a pronoun

B. an adjective

C. a noun

D. an adverb

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'All' modifies the phrase 'by herself', meaning 'completely' or 'entirely', functioning as an adverb.

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