Question

Select the most appropriate word to complete the sentence.

"She drives ___." (dangerous)

• A. Reckless
• B. Recklessly
• C. Fast
• D. Rash

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Recklessly

Option A: Reckless

• Explanation: INCORRECT. "Reckless" is an adjective, used to describe a noun (e.g., a reckless driver). It cannot be used to describe the verb "drives."

  • Example: He is a reckless driver.

Option B: Recklessly

• Explanation: CORRECT. "Recklessly" is an adverb. It describes how she drives, meaning "in a careless and dangerous manner, without regard for consequences." It correctly modifies the verb "drives."

  • Example: She drives recklessly on the highway.

Option C: Fast

• Explanation: CORRECT IN GRAMMAR BUT CHANGES MEANING. "Fast" can function as both an adjective and an adverb. "She drives fast" is a grammatically correct sentence meaning she drives at high speed. However, it does not convey the specific meaning of carelessness and danger that "recklessly" does.

Option D: Rash

• Explanation: INCORRECT. "Rash" is an adjective, similar in meaning to "reckless." Its adverbial form is "rashly." Therefore, "She drives rash" is grammatically incorrect.

  • Example (Correct usage): She made a rash decision. / He acted rashly.