In 'He spoke so softly that I could not hear him', the adverb 'so' modifies: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In 'He spoke so softly that I could not hear him', the adverb 'so' modifies:
A. softly
B. He
C. hear
D. spoke
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
'So' is an adverb of degree modifying another adverb ('softly').

This question belongs to: English Adverbs

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Question #1 Report Error
He is _______ dedicated that he teaches even on weekends.
A. such
B. very
C. so
D. much

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
'So + adjective + that'.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs
Question #2 Report Error
Identify the type of adverb: 'He was dismissed for being habitually late.'
A. Adverb of Reason
B. Adverb of Frequency
C. Adverb of Manner
D. Adverb of Time

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
'Habitually' means 'repeatedly' or 'by habit', indicating the frequency of the action.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs
Question #3 Report Error
She is _______ more careful than him.
A. very
B. too
C. much
D. so

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
'Much' modifies comparative.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs