Find adv. and word it modifies
No matter how loudly he pounded, he still could not hear the notes.
loudly (adv) pounded (word it modifies
not(adv) modifies could hear
Still (adv) does it modify (could hear)?
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Yes, your analysis is correct! In the sentence, "No matter how loudly he pounded, he still could not hear the notes," the adverb "loudly" modifies the verb "pounded." It describes the manner in which he pounded - in a loud manner.
The word "not" is an adverb in this sentence, and it modifies the verb phrase "could hear." It adds a negative meaning to the action of hearing.
Additionally, the adverb "still" modifies the phrase "could hear." It indicates that despite the loud pounding, there was no change in the ability to hear. It emphasizes that even with the forceful pounding, there was no improvement in the situation.