Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Adverb

Question:

Which type of adverb is used in the following sentence?

Choose the appropriate option.

"He couldn't finish his homework owing to his illness.

Options:

Adverb of Reason

Adverb of Time

Adverb of Place

Adverb of Manner

Correct Answer:

Adverb of Reason

Explanation:

The correct answer is: ☀ Adverb of Reason

Explanation: In the sentence "He couldn't finish his homework owing to his illness," the phrase "owing to" indicates the reason for his inability to finish his homework. Therefore, "owing to his illness" functions as an adverb of reason, specifying the cause or reason for his incomplete homework.