In which sentence about Rikki-Tikki-Tavi is immensely used correctly?
To find the correct sentence, we can start by understanding the meaning and usage of the word "immensely." "Immensely" is an adverb that means to a great extent or extremely. It is used to emphasize the intensity or magnitude of something.
Now, let's look at the options:
1. "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi is an immensely cobra slayer."
2. "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi immensely fought against the snakes."
3. "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi's courage immensely helped him in defeating the snakes."
The correct sentence is: "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi's courage immensely helped him in defeating the snakes."
Explanation: In this sentence, "immensely" is used correctly to highlight the extent of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi's courage and how it greatly aided him in defeating the snakes. The word "immensely" emphasizes the intensity and impact of his courage.
Option 1 is incorrect because "immensely" should describe an action or characteristic of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi rather than referring to an object like a "cobra slayer."
Option 2 is also incorrect because "immensely" should modify the verb "fought" rather than describing the action of fighting itself.
Therefore, option 3 correctly uses "immensely" to emphasize the impact of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi's courage.
Are these your choices?
A. The woman put her jacket on immensely
B. The child said she liked the cake immensely
C. "Sit down!" Said the aunt immensely
D. The runner finished the race immensely.
What is your answer?