Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Adverb

Question:

Choose the correct 'adverb' to complete the given sentence: The soldiers fought _______ to protect their country.

Options:

bravely

brave

braver

bravery

Correct Answer:

bravely

Explanation:

The correct answer is OPTION 1 - bravely

  • The main verb here is "fought" (action word).

  • We need an adverb to describe how the soldiers fought.

1. bravely

  • Bravely is an adverb.

  • It means in a brave manner, showing courage.

  • ✅ This fits perfectly because it describes how the soldiers fought.

2. bravery

  • Bravery is a noun.

  • Example: Their bravery was praised by all.

  •  You cannot use a noun to describe a verb like "fought" here.

3. brave

  • Brave is an adjective.

  • Example: He is a brave man.

  •  An adjective cannot be used here to describe an action (fought).

4. braver

  • Braver is the comparative form of an adjective (more brave).

  • Example: He is braver than his brother.

  •  Again, we need an adverb, not a comparative adjective.