English question from Sub Inspector exam, 2022 by JKSSB
What kind of a phrase is the underlined part of the sentence? The diamond is shining brightly, that everyone is mesmerized by it.
Last updated May 15, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option B —
Adjective Phrase
Why it's an Adjective Phrase
In your sentence, "shining brightly" describes the diamond (a noun). Even though "brightly" is an adverb on its own, when it is paired with the participle "shining" to describe the state or quality of the noun, the entire unit functions as an adjective phrase.
The Head Word: "Shining" acts as the head of the phrase, functioning as a participle adjective.
The Modifier: "Brightly" modifies "shining" to tell us how it is shining.
The Target: The entire phrase "shining brightly" provides more information about the subject, the diamond.
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