Question:

"They actually work well under pressure". How many adverbs are there in this sentence?

A0

B1

C2

D3

Answer:

C. 2

Explanation:

Actually, well എന്നിവ adverbs ആണ്. No, "pressure" is not an adverb in the sentence. "Pressure" is a noun that functions as the object of the preposition "under".

  1. Actually

    • Function: Adverb of Manner or Adverb of Affirmation

    • What It Modifies: The verb "work"

    • Meaning: It emphasizes the truth or reality of the statement, meaning "in fact" or "truly."

    • Example in Context:

      • Original: "They actually work well under pressure."

      • Meaning: In reality, they perform effectively when faced with stress.

  2. Well

    • Function: Adverb of Manner

    • What It Modifies: The verb "work"

    • Meaning: It describes how they work, meaning "in a good or efficient manner."

    • Example in Context:

      • Original: "They actually work well under pressure."

      • Meaning: They perform their tasks efficiently even when stressed.

    • They (Subject)

    • actually (Adverb modifying "work")

    • work (Verb)

    • well (Adverb modifying "work")

    • under pressure (Prepositional phrase acting adverbially)


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