Which of the following adverbs indicates a negative meaning? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of the following adverbs indicates a negative meaning?

A. absolutely

B. merely

C. partially

D. scarcely

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

'Scarcely' implies 'almost not at all' and carries a negative connotation.

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Question #1

He is _______ the most famous writer.

A. very

B. too

C. so

D. by far

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Correct Answer: Option D

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

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Question #2

He is _______ hardworking that he studies 10 hours a day.

A. so

B. very

C. such

D. much

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'So + adjective + that'.

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Question #3

He is _______ extraordinary that he won gold medals.

A. very

B. such

C. so

D. much

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'So + adjective + that'.

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