Question

Identify the adverb in the following sentence.
I will probably be able to see my friend after work.
A) Will
B) See
C) Probably
D) Able

Answer 1

Hint: The words that describe the verb are referred to as adverbs. These words tell about the verb. There are various types of adverbs. The one that is used in this case will represent uncertainty.

Complete answer:
Let us analyze each option one by one.
Option A is will. The word ‘will’ is a helping verb. Therefore, the condition mentioned in the hint is not fulfilled by this option. Hence, option A is incorrect.
Option B is ‘see’. The word ‘see’ is also a verb. Therefore, the condition mentioned in the hint is not fulfilled by this option as well. Hence, option B is also incorrect.
Option C is probably. The word probably describes the uncertainty of an event. This means that it is describing the verb ‘see’ in the given sentence. Also, all the other conditions mentioned are fulfilled by this option. Therefore, option C is possibly the right answer.
Option D is able. The word able is another part of speech and is not an adverb. Therefore, the condition mentioned in the hint is not fulfilled by this option also. So, the correct answer is “Option D”.

Note:
Adverbs of various types are used but they depend on the context of the verb. They describe the verb. Therefore, they generally come before the verb. This can help us in determining the correct answer.