Choose the appropriate example of the Adverb of Reason.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → "He consequently lost his job."
An adverb is a word that tells how, when, where or how much something happens. It can also describe an adjective or another adverb, for example she sings sweetly, very hot.
An adverb of reason answers the question why? Words like therefore, hence, so and consequently belong to this group. Consequently means as a result. In this sentence, it shows that he lost his job because of something that happened earlier.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 2: "She skillfully painted the portrait." — Incorrect. Skillfully tells how she painted, with skill. It is an adverb of manner.
Option 3: "He nearly missed the train." — Incorrect. Nearly tells how much, so it is an adverb of degree.
Option 4: "They happily celebrated their anniversary." — Incorrect. Happily tells how they celebrated. It is an adverb of manner.