Which sentence uses an adverb to modify a noun phrase? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which sentence uses an adverb to modify a noun phrase?

A. He is a very good player.

B. She runs fast.

C. He came here.

D. Only the minister spoke.

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

'Only' is a focusing adverb that restricts the scope to the noun phrase 'the minister'.

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Question #1

The phrase 'ad nauseam' as an adverb means:

A. immediately

B. to a sickening degree

C. adventurously

D. until the end

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
'Ad nauseam' refers to doing something to a tedious or excessive extent that causes disgust.

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Question #2

Which of the following is an example of a simple adverb?

A. kindly

B. therefore

C. before

D. however

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Simple adverbs merely modify the word or clause they are attached to. 'However' and 'therefore' are conjunctive; 'before' can be a preposition. 'Kindly' is a simple adverb of manner.

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Question #3

She is _______ the most powerful leader.

A. by far

B. too

C. so

D. very

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Correct Answer: Option A

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

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