What is the adverbial form of 'public'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the adverbial form of 'public'?

A. publically

B. publickly

C. public

D. publicly

Answer: Option D

The adverb is formed by adding '-ly' to the adjective 'public'.

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Question #1 Report Error

Which adverb indicates that an action is done in a slightly angry way, as in 'He spoke _____ when interrupted'?

A. irritably

B. miserably

C. happily

D. softly

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'Irritably' is an adverb of manner that means 'in a way that shows slight anger or annoyance'.

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Question #2 Report Error

In 'I am so tired that I can't keep my eyes open', 'so' is:

A. Adverb of Degree

B. Conjunction

C. Relative Adverb

D. Adverb of Manner

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'So' modifies the adjective 'tired' and indicates the degree of tiredness. It pairs with 'that' for result.

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Question #3 Report Error

In 'He returned home', the word 'home' is:

A. an adjective

B. a noun

C. an adverb

D. a verb

Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Home' modifies the verb 'returned', indicating direction/location, and functions as an adverb.

This question belongs to: English Adverbs