Indicative, imperative, subjunctive
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Test yourself first: 5 questions
Question 1 of 5
Choose the correct word: 'The weather can ____ your mood.'
Answer: B. 'Affect' is the verb meaning to influence.
Question 2 of 5
Which word is an adverb in the sentence 'She quickly finished the exam'?
Answer: B. An adverb modifies a verb and often ends in -ly. 'Quickly' tells HOW she finished (modifying the verb 'finished').
Question 3 of 5
Identify the adverb in: 'He spoke softly.'
Answer: C. 'Softly' modifies the verb 'spoke,' telling how — so it is an adverb.
Question 4 of 5
Identify the verb in: 'They sing beautifully.'
Answer: B. 'Sing' is the action word — the verb. 'Beautifully' is an adverb.
Question 5 of 5
Identify the adverb in: 'She whispered quietly.'
Answer: C. 'Quietly' modifies the verb 'whispered,' so it is an adverb.
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