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. Only the minister spoke.

B. She runs fast.

C. He came here.

D. He is a very good player.

Answer: Option A

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

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Question #1 Report Error

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

A. kindly

B. therefore

C. however

D. before

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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 #2 Report Error

In the sentence 'Frankly, I don't believe his story.', the adverb 'frankly' modifies:

A. the whole sentence

B. the noun 'story'

C. the pronoun 'his'

D. the verb 'believe'

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
'Frankly' is a sentence adverb that expresses the speaker's attitude or perspective regarding the entire statement.

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Question #3 Report Error

He is _______ more intelligent than I thought.

A. very

B. too

C. much

D. so

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
'Much' modifies comparative adjectives ('more intelligent').

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