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Adverbs Of Manner – Quiz 1
Adverbs Of Manner Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the ability to identify and use adverbs of manner correctly. It covers concepts such as modifying verbs, forming adverbs from adjectives, and understanding adverb placement in sentences. Skills tested include differentiating between adjectives and adverbs, identifying appropriate adverbs of time and manner, and applying these adverbs accurately in context.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
Which one is the adverb in the sentence?The sun shone brightly.
A) Shone.
B) Sun.
C) Brightly.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
"Brightly" in the sentence "The sun shone brightly" modifies the verb "shone," specifying how the action was performed. It describes the manner in which the sun shone, making it an adverb of manner.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Shone is a verb, not an adverb.
Option B:
Sun is a noun, not an adverb.
Option C:
Brightly modifies the verb "shone," indicating the manner in which the action was performed, thus it is correct.
Option D:
This option is incorrect as one of the options (C) is indeed correct.
2.
Which is the best adverb of manner to use in the sentence?The lawyer told him to answer his questions .....
A) Sleepily.
B) Truthfully.
C) Greedily.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The best adverb of manner to use in the sentence "The lawyer told him to answer his questions ...." is
B) Truthfully.
This option indicates how the lawyer wants the answers given, emphasizing honesty and accuracy. Sleepily suggests a state of being drowsy, which does not fit the context of answering questions. Greedily implies an unseemly desire for gain, which is irrelevant to the act of answering questions.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Sleepily - This adverb describes a state of drowsiness and is inappropriate in this context.
Option B:
Truthfully - This correctly indicates the manner in which the lawyer wants the questions to be answered, emphasizing honesty.
Option C:
Greedily - This adverb implies an unseemly desire for gain and is irrelevant to answering questions.
Option D:
None of the above - Since "Truthfully" fits perfectly, this option is incorrect.
3.
7-Which is correct? I could hear my neighbours shouting ..... at each other.
A) Angry.
B) Angrily.
C) Angerily.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
B) Angrily.
Adverbs of manner modify verbs and describe how an action is performed. In this sentence, "Angrily" modifies the verb "shouting," indicating the manner in which the neighbors are shouting at each other.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Angry" is an adjective, not an adverb, and does not modify verbs. It would be used to describe the neighbors themselves rather than how they are shouting.
Option B:
"Angrily" is the correct choice as it is an adverb of manner that modifies the verb "shouting," describing the way in which the neighbors are shouting at each other.
Option C:
"Angerily" is also a possible answer, but "angrily" is more commonly used and accepted. Both words function as adverbs of manner here.
Option D:
This option suggests none of the above are correct, which is incorrect since "Angrily" (or "Angerily") is indeed the right choice.
4.
The queue is long. Please wait ..... for your number.
A) Patiently.
B) Impatiently.
C) Slowly.
D) Patient.
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Explanations:
The adverb
patiently
is the correct choice because it describes how one should behave while waiting in a queue. The sentence "Please wait ... for your number" implies that patience is required, making
Option A) Patiently.
the appropriate answer.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Indicates the proper manner of behavior (patience) while waiting in a queue.
Option B:
Incorrect. Implies impatience, which is not advised when queuing.
Option C:
Incorrect. Does not describe an action or state related to waiting manners.
Option D:
Incorrect. While "patient" can be used as an adjective, it does not fit the grammatical structure of the sentence as well as the adverb form
patiently
.
5.
We use adverbs to describe .....
A) Places.
B) People.
C) Objects.
D) Actions.
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Explanations:
Adverbs of manner are used to describe how actions are performed. They modify verbs and provide more detail about the way an action is carried out, such as "quickly," "carefully," or "slowly."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Places - Adverbs do not typically describe places; they usually refer to locations.
Option B:
People - While adjectives can describe people, adverbs are used for actions, not the individuals performing them.
Option C:
Objects - Adverbs do not describe objects directly; they modify verbs or other adverbs.
Option D:
Actions - Correct. Adverbs of manner describe how actions are performed.
6.
Identify the adverb of manner used in the sentence.The girl ran quickly through the rain.
A) Ran.
B) Quickly.
C) Rain.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The adverb of manner in the sentence "The girl ran quickly through the rain" is
quickly
. Adverbs of manner describe how an action is performed, and in this case, "quickly" describes the manner in which the girl ran.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Ran is a verb, not an adverb.
Option B:
Quickly is correctly identified as the adverb of manner.
Option C:
Rain is a noun and does not describe how the action was performed.
Option D:
Not applicable since "quickly" is indeed an adverb of manner.
7.
Which word is the correct adverb of manner formed from the adjective 'brave'?
A) Braveness.
B) Braveful.
C) Bravely.
D) Brave.
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Explanations:
The correct adverb of manner formed from the adjective 'brave' is
bravely
. Adverbs of manner describe how an action is performed, and they are typically created by adding the suffix -ly to the end of an adjective.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Braveness is a noun form, not an adverb.
Option B:
Braveful is not a standard English word and does not follow any known grammatical rules for forming adverbs from adjectives.
Option C:
Bravely is the correct answer as it follows the rule of adding -ly to 'brave' to form an adverb of manner.
Option D:
Brave is an adjective, not an adverb. Adverbs describe how actions are performed, while adjectives describe qualities or states of being.
8.
Diego rode the horse .....
A) Bad.
B) Most badly.
C) Badly.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option C) Badly is correct because "badly" functions as an adverb of manner, modifying the verb "rode." It describes how Diego rode the horse.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Bad" is an adjective and does not modify verbs.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Most badly" is not a standard form in English for describing manner.
Option C:
Correct. "Badly" is the appropriate adverb of manner to describe how Diego rode the horse.
Option D:
Not applicable as option C is correct.
9.
HOW does an angry taxi driver shout?
A) He shouts because he is angry.
B) He shouts angrily.
C) He shouts "Get off the road!".
D) He shouts angry.
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Explanations:
Option B is correct because "angrily" functions as an adverb of manner, describing how the taxi driver shouts. Adverbs of manner modify verbs and provide details about the way in which something is done.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
This option incorrectly uses a noun form ("angry") instead of an adverb to describe the action.
Option B:
Correct. "Angrily" modifies the verb "shouts," indicating the manner in which the shouting is done.
Option C:
This option suggests a specific content word rather than describing how the action is performed, making it incorrect for this context.
Option D:
This option incorrectly uses an adjective form ("angry") instead of an adverb to describe the action.
10.
Shiela sleeps .....
A) Recklessly.
B) Soundly.
C) Carefully.
D) Gracefully.
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Explanations:
Option B) Soundly is correct because "soundly" is an adverb of manner that describes the quality of Shiela's sleep, indicating that she sleeps without interruption and in a deep, restful state.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Recklessly - This adverb suggests acting without caution or consideration, which does not fit the context of sleeping.
Option B:
Soundly - Correct as it describes the quality and depth of sleep.
Option C:
Carefully - This implies attentiveness or precaution, which is not typically associated with sleeping.
Option D:
Gracefully - While this can describe movement or behavior, it does not accurately depict the manner in which one sleeps.
11.
Complete the sentence:You need to read the instructions ..... before you start building the model.
A) Care.
B) Caring.
C) Carefully.
D) Careful.
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Explanations:
"Carefully" is the correct adverb of manner to modify the verb "read" in this context, indicating the way or manner in which one should perform the action. It ensures that instructions are read with attention and detail before starting a task.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Care" is a noun and does not function as an adverb to modify the verb "read."
Option B:
"Caring" is also a noun and describes a state of being, not an action. It cannot be used here.
Option C:
"Carefully" is the correct choice as it modifies how one reads the instructions, indicating attention to detail.
Option D:
"Careful" is an adjective and does not modify the verb "read." It describes a state of being careful rather than the manner in which one reads.
12.
My dad used to shout ..... when he was angry.
A) Quietly.
B) Loud.
C) Noise.
D) Loudly.
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Explanations:
The adverb "loudly" correctly modifies the verb "shout," indicating how the action was performed. Adverbs of manner describe the way in which an action is carried out, and "loudly" fits this description perfectly.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Quietly" would mean he shouted softly, not loudly when angry.
Option B:
"Loud" is an adjective, not an adverb. It does not describe the manner of shouting.
Option C:
"Noise" refers to sound in general and does not specify how the action was performed.
Option D:
"Loudly" accurately describes the manner in which he shouted when angry, making it the correct answer.
13.
Find the adverb: "Luckily, I brought my new umbrella to school."
A) Umbrella.
B) Brought.
C) New.
D) Luckily.
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Explanations:
The adverb in the sentence is "Luckily," as it modifies how the action of bringing the umbrella occurred, indicating the manner in which the event took place.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Umbrella is a noun, not an adverb.
Option B:
Brought is a verb, not an adverb.
Option C:
New is an adjective describing the umbrella, not an adverb.
Option D:
Luckily correctly identifies the manner in which the action was performed.
14.
The adjective fast becomes adverb fast.
A) True.
B) False.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The adjective "fast" does not become the adverb "fast." Instead, it becomes "quickly," "swiftly," or other similar forms to indicate manner. Therefore, the claimed correct answer is indeed
False.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as "fast" does not remain unchanged when used as an adverb of manner.
Option B:
Correct because "fast" changes form to become an adverb indicating manner, such as "quickly," "swiftly," etc.
Option C:
Incorrect as it suggests all options are correct, which is not the case here.
Option D:
Incorrect because one of the options (B) is indeed correct.
15.
Choose the adverb or the adjective to complete the sentence:The bed is very ..... so I can sleep very well.
A) Soft.
B) Softly.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence requires an adjective to describe the bed, as it is modifying a noun (bed). "Soft" is an adjective that describes the texture of the bed, which explains why you can sleep well on it. "Softly," on the other hand, is an adverb of manner describing how something happens, not what something is like.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Soft" is an adjective that properly describes the bed's texture.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Softly" would be used to describe how you sleep, not what the bed is like.
Option C:
Incorrect. Only one option can be correct; "soft" alone fits the sentence structure and meaning.
Option D:
Incorrect. Both options A are valid in this context.
16.
She spoke ..... to ensure everyone understood
A) Clearly.
B) Quickly.
C) Loudly.
D) Softly.
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Explanations:
Clearly is the correct answer because it describes how she spoke in a manner that ensured everyone could understand her, indicating a method of speaking that was understandable and easy to follow.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Clearly indicates speaking in a way that ensures understanding.
Option B:
Incorrect. Quickly does not necessarily ensure everyone understands; it could be too fast for comprehension.
Option C:
Incorrect. Loudly might help some hear, but doesn’t guarantee clarity or understanding of content.
Option D:
Incorrect. Softly would make hearing difficult and likely hinder understanding.
17.
I ..... helped him with his work because he's my best friend.
A) Glad.
B) Gladly.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The adverb "gladly" is used to describe the manner in which an action is performed, indicating how willingly or enthusiastically something is done. In this sentence, "I gladly helped him with his work because he's my best friend," the word "gladly" correctly modifies the verb "helped," specifying the manner of helping.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Glad" is an adjective and does not fit in this context as it cannot directly modify the verb "helped."
Option B:
"Gladly" is the correct adverb of manner, fitting perfectly to describe how the action was performed.
Option C:
"All the above" is incorrect because only one option (B) fits grammatically and contextually.
Option D:
"None of the above" is incorrect as Option B is correct.
18.
In this sentence which word is an ADVERB? We looked for the lost dog everywhere.
A) Everywhere.
B) Looked.
C) We.
D) Dog.
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Explanations:
"Everywhere" in the sentence "We looked for the lost dog everywhere" modifies the verb "looked," indicating where the action took place. It describes the manner of looking, specifying that the search was conducted in all places.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Everywhere" is an adverb of manner modifying the verb "looked."
Option B:
Incorrect. "Looked" is a verb, not an adverb.
Option C:
Incorrect. "We" is a pronoun, not an adverb.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Dog" is a noun, not an adverb.
19.
Complete the sentence:The instructions were not clear, which is why he put the model together so .....
A) Messily.
B) Messy.
C) Mess.
D) Messier.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is A) Messily because "messily" is an adverb of manner that describes how the model was put together. Adverbs of manner modify verbs and provide more detail about how something is done, in this case, how he assembled the model.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Messily" modifies the verb "put" to describe the manner in which the model was assembled.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Messy" is an adjective and does not modify verbs, so it cannot be used here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Mess" is a noun and does not describe how something is done; it would refer to the state of being messy rather than the manner in which something is assembled.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Messier" is an adjective comparing two states, which does not fit grammatically or contextually with the sentence structure provided.
20.
They are running .....
A) Quick.
B) Quickly.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option B) Quickly is correct because "quickly" is an adverb of manner that modifies the verb "running," describing how they are running.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Quick is a noun or adjective, not an adverb. It does not modify verbs in the same way as quickly.
Option B:
Quickly is correct; it is an adverb of manner modifying "running."
Option C:
All the above includes Option A which is incorrect.
Option D:
None of the above is incorrect since Option B is correct.
21.
Casey can paint ..... (Casey dapat melukis ..... )
A) Nicely.
B) Loudly.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Adverbs of manner describe how an action is performed. In the sentence "Casey can paint.....", we are looking for a word that describes Casey's painting style, such as how she paints. The option "Nicely" fits this description perfectly, indicating the quality or manner in which Casey paints.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Nicely" is an adverb of manner describing how Casey can paint.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Loudly" is not related to painting and does not describe the manner in which one paints.
Option C:
Incorrect. "All the above" cannot be correct since only "Nicely" fits the context of describing how Casey can paint.
Option D:
Incorrect. Since "Nicely" is a valid option, this choice is not applicable.
22.
Ramon responded drastically after finding out his exam results.
A) Adverb of manner.
B) Commenting adverb.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
"Ramon responded drastically after finding out his exam results." This sentence uses "drastically" to describe the manner in which Ramon responded, indicating how he reacted. Therefore, "drastically" is an adverb of manner.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Drastically" modifies the verb "responded," describing the way or manner in which Ramon acted.
Option B:
Incorrect. While "drastically" can be used to comment on a situation, it is primarily an adverb of manner here.
Option C:
Incorrect. Only Option A is correct based on the sentence provided.
Option D:
Incorrect. The sentence clearly uses an adverb of manner.
23.
The tortoise walks .....
A) Slow.
B) Slowly.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option B "Slowly" is the correct answer because it uses an adverb of manner to describe how the tortoise walks. Adverbs of manner modify verbs and provide more detail about how something happens, in this case, describing the way the tortoise moves.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Slow" is an adjective, not an adverb, so it does not correctly describe the manner of walking.
Option B:
"Slowly" is the correct answer as mentioned above.
Option C:
This option includes both A and B. While B is correct, A is not an adverb but an adjective, so this option is incorrect.
Option D:
Since Option B is correct, this option is also incorrect.
24.
I play tennis .....
A) Bad.
B) Badly.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Adverbs of manner describe how an action is performed. In the sentence "I play tennis...", the verb "play" needs to be modified by an adverb indicating the manner in which the action is carried out. The correct form for this context is "Badly," as it properly modifies the verb and indicates the quality or way in which the tennis is played.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Bad" is an adjective, not an adverb.
Option B:
Correct. "Badly" is the appropriate adverb of manner to modify the verb "play."
Option C:
Incorrect. This option suggests using both "Bad" and "Badly," which is redundant in this context.
Option D:
Incorrect. "None of the above" is not applicable since one of the options (B) is correct.
25.
Which sentence shows the correct spelling for the adverb form of "happy" ?
A) The dog wagged its tail happily.
B) The dog wagged its tail happly.
C) The dog wagged its tail happyly.
D) The dog wagged its tail happy.
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Explanations:
The adverb form of "happy" is correctly spelled as "happily." In the sentence, "happily" modifies the verb "wagged," indicating how the dog wagged its tail. This usage demonstrates the correct application of an adverb of manner.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct spelling and usage of the adverb form.
Option B:
Incorrect spelling, missing the 'l' in "happily."
Option C:
Incorrect spelling, adding an extra 'y' to "happyly."
Option D:
No adverb used; "happy" is an adjective form.
26.
Don't eat ..... potatoes, especially fried potatoes.
A) Too much.
B) Too many.
C) Enough.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
Option B "Too many" is correct because it properly modifies the noun "potatoes" with an adverb indicating excess, which aligns with the context of the sentence advising against eating a large quantity of potatoes, especially fried ones. Adverbs like "too much" are typically used before uncountable nouns or after certain verbs, but in this case, "too many" is appropriate as it directly modifies the countable noun "potatoes."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect; "Too much" would be more suitable for uncountable nouns.
Option B:
Correct; "Too many" properly modifies a plural noun indicating excess.
Option C:
Incorrect; "Enough" implies sufficiency, not excess as the sentence suggests.
Option D:
Incorrect; all options have valid grammatical roles but B fits best here.
27.
You always take your classes
A) Happy.
B) Happily.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The adverb "happily" modifies the verb "take," describing how the action is performed. It indicates the manner in which the classes are taken, making it the correct choice for an adverb of manner.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Happy" is an adjective and does not modify verbs to indicate manner.
Option B:
"Happily" is the correct answer as it describes how the action (taking classes) is performed, fitting the definition of an adverb of manner.
Option C:
"All the above" is incorrect because only one option fits the criteria for an adverb of manner in this context.
Option D:
"None of the above" is incorrect as "happily" correctly modifies the verb to indicate manner.
28.
Where is the adverb of time in the sentence, "Yesterday, we went grocery shopping in the mall." ?
A) At the end of the sentence.
B) At the beginning of the sentence.
C) Before the verb in the sentence.
D) After the object of the verb.
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Explanations:
The adverb of time "Yesterday" is located at the beginning of the sentence, which makes option B correct. Adverbs of time typically indicate when an action occurs and are often placed early in a sentence for emphasis.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect as the adverb is not at the end.
Option B:
Correct, "Yesterday" is indeed at the beginning of the sentence.
Option C:
Incorrect, verbs are not followed by an adverb of time in this context.
Option D:
Incorrect, objects follow verbs and do not include adverbs of time.
29.
Adverbs of manner usually end in:
A) -ed.
B) -ly.
C) -ing.
D) -er.
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Explanations:
Adverbs of manner usually end in -ly, such as "quickly," "carefully," and "slowly." This is because they are derived from adjectives by adding the suffix -ly to their base form.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
-ed. Adverbs of manner do not typically end in -ed; this ending usually indicates past tense or past participle forms.
Option B:
-ly. Correct. Adverbs of manner are formed by adding the suffix -ly to adjectives, such as "carefully" from "careful."
Option C:
-ing. This ending is used for present participles and gerunds, not for forming adverbs of manner.
Option D:
-er. This ending is typically used to form comparatives (e.g., "taller") from adjectives, not for adverbs of manner.
30.
John is so smart, he ..... understand the lesson
A) Loudly.
B) Quickly.
C) Angrily.
D) Eagerly.
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Explanations:
The adverb "quickly" describes the manner in which John understands the lesson. It indicates that he grasps the information swiftly, making it the correct choice to complete the sentence accurately.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"Loudly" suggests speaking volume rather than understanding speed.
Option B:
"Quickly" correctly describes how fast John understands the lesson, fitting the context of adverbs of manner.
Option C:
"Angrily" implies emotion or attitude, not the speed of comprehension.
Option D:
"Eagerly" shows enthusiasm but does not describe the speed of understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are adverbs of manner?
Adverbs of manner describe how an action is performed. They tell us about the way something happens, such as quickly or carefully.
Can adverbs of manner modify countable nouns?
No, adverbs of manner typically do not modify countable nouns. They usually describe verbs or other adverbs.
How do adverbs of time differ from adverbs of manner?
Adverbs of time indicate when an action occurs, such as yesterday or always. Adverbs of manner describe how the action is performed, like quickly or carefully.
Are all adverbs of manner short words?
Not necessarily. While many adverbs of manner are short and end in -ly, some can be longer phrases that still describe the way an action is performed.
How do we use adverbs of manner in a sentence?
Adverbs of manner are placed after the verb they modify. For example, "She sings beautifully" uses 'beautifully' to describe how she performs the action of singing.