The word 'scarcely' is a(n): MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The word 'scarcely' is a(n):
A. Adverb of Manner
B. Negative Adverb
C. Adverb of Affirmation
D. Adverb of Place
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
'Scarcely' means 'almost not', giving the sentence a negative force.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs

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