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

Which sentence uses an adverb to modify an adverb?
A. He is very clever.
B. She answered very cleverly.
C. He is a very boy.
D. The flower is very pretty.
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
'Very' is an adverb modifying another adverb ('cleverly') to indicate degree.

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

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
'Such' before noun phrase.

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Question #2
She is _______ a great scientist.
A. so
B. such
C. very
D. much

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
'Such' before noun phrase.

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Question #3
Choose the correct position of the adverb: 'I have understood the problem.' (completely)
A. Completely I have understood the problem.
B. I have completely understood the problem.
C. I completely have understood the problem.
D. I have understood completely the problem.

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The adverb 'completely' is placed between the auxiliary verb 'have' and the main verb 'understood', which is the standard mid-position for adverbs modifying verbs.

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