Which sentence does NOT contain an adverb? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which sentence does NOT contain an adverb?
A. He is a fast runner.
B. The sun sets early in winter.
C. They arrived late.
D. She speaks softly.
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In option C, 'fast' is an adjective modifying the noun 'runner'. In the other options, 'softly', 'early', and 'late' are adverbs modifying verbs.

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Practice More Adverbs Questions

Question #1
She is _______ a good leader.
A. much
B. very
C. such
D. so

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
'Such' before noun phrase.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs
Question #2
He ate _______ and left.
A. quickness
B. quicken
C. quickly
D. quick

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
'Ate' is a verb, so it needs an adverb. 'Quickly' is the adverb.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs
Question #3
What is the function of the adverb in 'Only the manager can authorize this'?
A. Modifying the noun 'manager'
B. Modifying the verb 'authorize'
C. Modifying the whole noun phrase 'the manager'
D. Connecting two clauses

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
'Only' is a focusing adverb that restricts the meaning to the noun phrase 'the manager', indicating exclusivity.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs