2023 · Q109
Match the underlined word in each of the following sentences with the correct parts of speech and indicate your response on the answer sheet accordingly.
The novel is **loosely** based on his childhood in England.
EnglishWord Classes
- AVerb
- BAdverb
- CNoun
- DAdjective
Explanation
The underlined word is 'loosely'. In 'loosely based', 'loosely' modifies the participle 'based', describing how it is based. Words modifying verbs/participles are adverbs. Option (b) 'Adverb' is correct. It is not a verb, noun, or adjective. The -ly form modifies the manner of basing. Hence option B is correct. Cross-checked with Oswaal CDS Yearwise Solved Papers.