Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Adverb

Question:

Name the type of Adverb used in the following sentence. Choose the appropriate option-

A tortoise walks slowly

Options:

Adverb of Reason

Adverb of Time

Adverb of Place

Adverb of Manner

Correct Answer:

Adverb of Manner

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Adverb of Manner

Here's why:

  • Adverbs of manner describe how something is done, happens, or exists. In this sentence, "slowly" describes how the tortoise walks, focusing on its manner of movement.
  • Adverbs of reason explain why something happens. They are not used in this sentence.
  • Adverbs of time indicate when something happens. "Slowly" doesn't specify the time of the action.
  • Adverbs of place tell where something happens or exists. "Slowly" doesn't indicate the location of the action.

Therefore, "slowly" functions as an adverb of manner in this specific sentence.